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Con-way Truckload Announces April 2012 Drivers of the Month

Thu, 17 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT

Con-way Truckload, a full truckload carrier and subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW), today announced the recipients of its Driver of the Month recognition for April 2012.

“We congratulate these drivers and thank them for their dedication and professionalism,” said Saul Gonzalez, chief operating officer, Con-way Truckload. “They have all shown exemplary commitment to the highest levels of safety and service for our customers, and they couldn’t be more deserving of this honor.”

The following drivers were recognized by the company:

Company Driver of the Month: Kenneth Taylor
Kenneth Taylor has driven professionally for more than 29 years, joining Con-way Truckload in 2003. Taylor has been named Driver of the Month and Driver of the Year multiple times, stating that common sense and his love of driving has led to his success. Taylor lives in Hallettsville, Texas, with his wife CJ. Together they have six children and four grandchildren. When at home, he enjoys spending time with his kids as well as riding motorcycles.

Contractor Driver of the Month: George Rodriguez
Driven by the desire to see the country, George Rodriguez began his driving career in 1990 and has driven more than 1.8 million miles since joining the company in 1997. “My favorite aspect of the profession is the diversity amongst the people and different customs I have seen throughout the country,” he states. “Witnessing the different cultures has offered endless enjoyment to me throughout the years.” Rodriguez resides in Deming, N.M. In his spare time he enjoys real estate development, hunting and relaxing at home.

Company Team: Albert and Tina Bell
Albert “Lee” Bell and Tina Bell have driven professionally since 1989 and joined Con-way Truckload in 2011. Lee, seeing how much his dad enjoyed truck driving, fell in love with the idea of becoming a driver. The thrill of the open road is his favorite part of the job, as well as the opportunity to travel. Tina believes it is a profession she can depend on and attributes the different places, people and things she has seen on the road to keeping her happy in her career. The Bells reside in Alvord, Texas, where they enjoy spending time with their family.

Contractor Team of the Month: James and Lindsey Kaufman
Lindsey Kaufman was also inspired to drive by her father, who drove for 15 years. James and Lindsey Kaufman have driven professionally since 2007 and joined the company in 2010. They both relish the opportunity to enjoy a new lifestyle and travel before settling down. They are also able to spend time with family and friends who are spread across the country. The Kaufmans reside in St. Augustine, Fla. In his spare time James enjoys remodeling their home and working on cars, while Lindsey enjoys golfing and swimming.

Regional Driver of the Month: Chris Sartain
Chris Sartain has been driving professionally for 14 years, having driven more than 714,000 miles since joining the company in 2005. He loves the solitude of a career on the road and says he is very thankful for the team at Con-way Truckload and their continued support. Sartain resides in Stuart, Fla.

The following five drivers achieved the significant career milestones of one and two million miles driven during the month of April:

One million: Kathy Bingham of Dallas, N.C.; Mark Figueiredo of Brooklyn, Mich.; and Kevin Sorenson of Ozark, Mo.
Two million: David Foster of Joplin, Mo., and Alfredo Romero of Fort Worth, Texas

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About Con-way Truckload
Joplin, Mo.-based Con-way Truckload is an operating company of Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) and a leading provider of expedited, time-definite full-truckload transportation services across North America. Formerly Contract Freighters, Inc. (CFI), Con-way Truckload today employs over 3,000 drivers with a fleet of more than 2,700 tractors and 8,000 trailers operating throughout the United States as well as internationally in Mexico and Canada. The company provides full-truckload transportation serving the transcontinental shipping needs of commercial and industrial businesses as well as sister company Con-way Freight. For more about Con-way Truckload, visit us on the Web at www.con-way.com/truckload or call (800) 641-4747.

Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) is a $5.3 billion diversified freight transportation and global logistics company.

Con-way Inc. Reports 2012 First Quarter Results

Tue, 01 May 2012 12:56:00 GMT

Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) today reported 2012 first-quarter net income of $25.6 million, or 46 cents per diluted share. The results compare to first-quarter 2011 net income of $6.9 million, or 12 cents per diluted share.

On a non-GAAP basis, earnings per diluted share were 45 cents in the 2012 first quarter compared to 24 cents in last year’s first quarter. (Non-GAAP items, consisting of tax-related adjustments for both years, are detailed in the attached reconciliation.)
Operating income in the 2012 first quarter was $55.7 million, a 51.8 percent increase from the $36.7 million earned in the first quarter a year ago. Revenue for the 2012 first quarter was $1.37 billion, a 9.7 percent increase from last year’s first-quarter revenue of $1.25 billion.

“Our strategy is yielding favorable results,” said Douglas W. Stotlar, Con-way’s president and chief executive officer. “Our first quarter performance reflected disciplined operations which led to improvement at all business units.”

Con-way Freight, the company’s less-than-truckload (LTL) operation, leveraged a stable demand environment during the quarter. “Con-way Freight has done a good job controlling costs, delivering an excellent service experience for customers and improving yield over the prior year,” Stotlar said. “With Freight’s reliable network, engaged employees and improving efficiencies, we are confident in our ability to further expand margins.”

Menlo Worldwide Logistics, the company’s global logistics and supply chain management operation, maintained growth in revenue, net revenues and operating income in the quarter. “Prudent cost management, increased revenues and margins from its core warehousing and transportation management services, and new customer revenues enabled Menlo to deliver top and bottom line growth,” Stotlar noted. “Our logistics company is executing well and creating value for its clients through lean continuous improvement practices.”

Con-way Truckload, the company’s full-truckload transportation operation, produced a quarter of revenue and margin growth. “Demand for our truckload services has remained consistent while asset utilization has improved,” Stotlar said. “Con-way Truckload continued to improve operating efficiencies, reducing empty miles and increasing revenue per loaded mile. Our focus on premium service and network efficiency provides a foundation for further margin expansion.”

The first-quarter effective tax rate was 38.1 percent in 2012, compared to 67.6 percent in 2011. Both years included discrete tax adjustments and changes to other items that affected the effective tax rate (detailed in the attached reconciliation). Excluding the discrete tax adjustments, the first-quarter effective tax rate would have been 38.6 percent in 2012 and 37.3 percent in 2011.

Segment results in the first quarter for Con-way’s principal operations were as follows:

FREIGHT
For the first quarter of 2012, Con-way Freight reported:
• Revenue of $831.0 million, an 8.2 percent increase over last year’s first-quarter revenue of $767.7 million. Higher revenue was due primarily to increased revenue per hundred weight, or yield, including higher fuel surcharge revenue.
• Operating income of $34.5 million, up 69.6 percent compared to $20.3 million earned in the year-ago period. The quarter benefited from improved revenue and efficiency gains.
• Yield increased 6.1 percent from the previous-year first quarter. Excluding the fuel surcharge, yield rose 4.1 percent.
• Tonnage per day increased 1.5 percent compared to the 2011 first quarter.
• Operating ratio was 95.8 in the 2012 first quarter compared to 97.4 in the previous-year period.

LOGISTICS
For the first quarter of 2012, Menlo Worldwide Logistics reported:
• Revenue of $419.1 million, an increase of 13.3 percent from the prior year first-quarter revenue of $370.0 million. The quarter benefited from increased revenue in both transportation and warehouse management services, primarily due to the addition of new customers and increased freight brokerage volumes.
• Net revenue (revenue less purchased transportation) of $155.7 million, a 9.4 percent increase from $142.3 million in the previous year first quarter.
• Operating income of $12.3 million, a 42.2 percent increase over last year’s first quarter operating income of $8.6 million. The higher operating income was the result of increased revenues and improved margins from warehouse and transportation management services.

TRUCKLOAD
For the first quarter of 2012, Con-way Truckload reported:
• Revenue of $157.3 million, an 8.3 percent increase over last year’s first-quarter revenue of $145.2 million, reflecting the positive effects of higher fuel surcharges and improved revenue per loaded mile, which increased 3.3 percent from the previous-year first quarter (excluding fuel surcharges).
• Operating income of $10.6 million, a 48.9 percent increase over operating income of $7.1 million in the previous-year period. The increase in first-quarter operating income resulted largely from improved pricing and higher revenue-per-tractor.
• Loaded miles increased 1.8 percent compared to the 2011 first quarter.
• Empty miles decreased to 9.3 percent from 9.6 percent in the previous-year first quarter.
• Operating ratio exclusive of fuel surcharges was 91.3, compared to 93.8 in the first quarter of 2011.

CON-WAY OTHER
Con-way Other includes the company’s Road Systems, Inc. trailer manufacturing unit as well as other corporate activities. These activities produced an operating loss of $1.7 million in the first quarter of 2012 compared to operating income of $0.6 million in the first quarter of 2011. First-quarter comparative results reflect variations in results from re-insurance activities ($1.2 million loss in 2012, compared to $1.3 million of income in 2011).

INVESTOR CONFERENCE CALL
Con-way will host a conference call for the investment community tomorrow, Wednesday, May 2, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time (5:30 a.m. Pacific).

The call can be accessed by dialing (866) 264-3634 or (706) 643-3632 (for international callers) and is expected to last approximately one hour. The call will also be available through a live internet webcast at www.con-way.com, in the investors section.

An audio replay will be available for two weeks following the call by dialing (855) 859-2056 or (404) 537-3406 (for international callers) and using access code 67858842. An Internet replay and podcast of the presentation will also be available at www.con-way.com.

About Con-way Inc.
Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) is a $5.3 billion freight transportation and logistics services company headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich. Con-way delivers industry-leading services through its primary operating companies of Con-way Freight, Con-way Truckload and Menlo Worldwide Logistics. These operating units provide high-performance, day-definite less-than-truckload (LTL), full truckload and multimodal freight transportation, as well as logistics, warehousing and supply chain management services. Con-way also operates Road Systems Inc., a trailer refurbishing and manufacturing company which supplies trailing equipment to the company’s trucking fleets. Con-way Inc. and its subsidiaries operate from more than 500 locations across North America and in 20 countries. For more information about Con-way, visit www.con-way.com.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Certain statements in this press release constitute "forward-looking statements" and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties and should not be relied upon as predictions of future events. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements, including: any projections of earnings, revenues, weight, yield, volumes, income or other financial or operating items, all statements of the plans, strategies, expectations or objectives of Con-way’s management for future operations or other future items, any statements concerning proposed new products or services, any statements regarding Con-way's estimated future contributions to pension plans, any statements as to the adequacy of reserves, any statements regarding the outcome of any legal and other claims and proceedings that may be brought against Con-way, any statements regarding future economic conditions or performance, any statements regarding strategic acquisitions, any statements of estimates or belief, and any statements or assumptions underlying the foregoing. Specific factors that could cause actual results and other matters to differ materially from those discussed in such forward-looking statements include: changes in general business and economic conditions, increasing competition and pricing pressure, the creditworthiness of Con-way's customers and their ability to pay for services rendered, changes in fuel prices or fuel surcharges, the possibility that Con-way may, from time to time, be required to record impairment charges for goodwill, intangible assets and other long-lived assets, the possibility of defaults under Con-way's revolving credit agreement and other debt instruments (including without limitation defaults resulting from unusual charges), uncertainty in the credit markets, including the effect on Con-way’s ability to refinance indebtedness as and when it becomes due, labor matters, enforcement of and changes in governmental regulations or legislation which potentially could result in an adverse impact on the company, environmental and tax matters, and matters relating to Con-way's defined benefit pension plans, including the effect on the plans of changes in discount rates and in the value of plan assets. The factors included herein and in Item 1A of Con-way's 2011 Annual Report on Form 10-K as well as other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission could cause actual results and other matters to differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements. As a result, no assurance can be given as to future financial condition, cash flows, or results of operations. Any forward-looking statements speak as of the date of May 1, 2012, and are subject to change. Con-way does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by law.

Con-way Truckload Announces Drivers of the Month for March 2012

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:08:00 GMT

Con-way Truckload, a full truckload carrier and subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW), today announced the winners of its Drivers of the Month recognition for March 2012.

“These drivers have all shown exemplary commitment to the highest levels of safety and service for our customers, and they couldn’t be more deserving of this honor,” said Saul Gonzalez, chief operating officer, Con-way Truckload. “We congratulate and thank them for their dedication and professionalism.”

The company has recognized the following drivers:

Company Driver of the Month: Ronald Barnes
Ronald Barnes grew up in the business of driving and heavy machinery. His father was a truck driver and he was brought up around large farm and construction equipment. He has driven professionally since 1984 and joined Con-way Truckload in 1998. Barnes lives in Colorado Springs, Colo., with his wife, Pardab, and loves to spend time working around the house and gardening when off the road.

Contractor Driver of the Month: Dennis Hastings
It is easy to see why Dennis Hastings has been successful, with more than 2.1 million miles driven since joining the company as a student in 1995. Hastings says, “Always conduct yourself as a professional. Remember that the way you look, act and talk is a reflection on the company and your fellow drivers.” He resides in Wyandotte, Okla., with his wife, Susie. When not on the road he enjoys hunting, fishing and training horses.

Company Team of the Month: Rene Tavarez and Felipe Chapina
Teammates Rene Tavarez and Felipe Chapina both grew up around trucks. Tavarez was a passenger in his father’s truck as a child and Chapina recalls watching trucks ride by his house, knowing then that he wanted a career in truck driving. Tavarez joined the company in 1998 and has driven more than 1.6 million miles. He resides in El Paso, Texas, with his wife, Yvonne, their son Ruben, and two grandchildren, Jada and Julius. Chapina began his driving career in 2006 and has driven more than 640,000 miles since joining Con-way Truckload. He also resides in El Paso, Texas, with his wife, Rosaura and their three children: Josephina, Adilene and Sofia.

Contractor Team of the Month: Arthur and Cynthia George
The Georges reside in Medway, Ohio. Art has driven professionally since 1990 and joined the company in 2000, while Cyndi began her professional driving career when she joined Con-way as a student in 2007. They attribute their success to having a positive attitude in everything they do. Art and Cyndi have three daughters and four grandsons. In their spare time they enjoy fishing, swimming, working around the house and taking cruises.

Regional Driver of the Month: Philo Morrison
Philo Morrison said when he first started looking for a job, driving was the best opportunity around and it would allow him to see the country. He has been in the trucking industry since 1972 and especially enjoys the freedom of the open road. Morrison lives in Ionia, Mich., with his wife of 38 years, Jeannette, and loves to spend time with his grandkids, going camping and fishing.

The following 14 drivers achieved the significant career milestone of one, two and three million miles driven during the month of March:

Three Million:
Robert Maxwell of Waco, Texas
Two Million:
Carl Rash of El Paso, Texas and Jimmy Williams of Salisbury, N.C.
One Million:
Billy Weaver of Shady Dale, Ga.; Bruce Aul of Gainesville, Fla.; Terry Gattis of El Paso, Texas; Carlos and Jose Baca of Eagle Pass, Texas; Franklin Garrison of Gaston, S.C.; Howard Mead of Paris, Tenn.; Howard Melendez of Kingston, N.Y.; John Roberts of Loraine, Ohio; Kevin Mott of Goodman, Mo.; and Mark Ruth of Neosho, Mo.

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Con-way Inc. Board Declares Quarterly Dividend on Common Stock

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 22:08:00 GMT

At a meeting today, the Board of Directors of Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) declared a cash dividend of 10 cents per share on the company's common stock. The dividend is payable June 15, 2012 to shareholders of record on May 15, 2012.

About Con-way Inc.
Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) is a $5.3 billion freight transportation and logistics services company headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich. Con-way delivers industry-leading services through its primary operating companies of Con-way Freight, Con-way Truckload and Menlo Worldwide. These operating units provide high-performance, day-definite less-than-truckload (LTL), full truckload and multimodal freight transportation, as well as logistics, warehousing and supply chain management services. Con-way also operates Road Systems Inc., a trailer refurbishing and manufacturing company which supplies trailing equipment to the company’s trucking fleets. Con-way Inc. and its subsidiaries operate from more than 500 locations across North America and in 20 countries. For more information about Con-way, visit www.con-way.com.

Con-way Freight Recognized by Avery Dennison for Superior Service Performance

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:02:00 GMT

Con-way Freight, a less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier and subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW), today announced it has been awarded the distinction of 2011 Best Collaboration by an Indirect Supplier by Avery Dennison, a leading materials science company specializing in labeling, packaging and supply chain solutions.

Con-way Freight was presented with the award at a City of Hope charity event hosted by Avery Dennison in Dana Point, Calif., last month. Avery Dennison created the indirect supplier award in 2011 to recognize a supplier that has demonstrated excellent performance in critical areas. Con-way Freight is the first recipient.

Award criteria included consistently delivering superior quality, on-time and within budget service, competitive pricing, constant benchmarking and implementation of market best practices. The criteria also placed significant emphasis on supplier collaboration with Avery Dennison to optimize process and cost as well as the use of Lean principles. Con-way Freight was recognized for excelling in all evaluated areas and for successfully reducing damage claims for Avery Dennison by over 40 percent.

“Con-way Freight is a valuable partner who has helped us deliver consistent, reliable results for our customers,” said Sheri Kerestman, director of global procurement and transportation, Avery Dennison. “We are very pleased to recognize them with this award.”

Con-way Freight, which began working with Avery Dennison in 2006, handles LTL shipping for all divisions of the company, including inbound and outbound product lines from manufacturing and distribution facilities nationwide.

“We are thrilled and honored to be recognized as Indirect Best Collaborative Supplier by Avery Dennison,” said Greg Lehmkuhl, president, Con-way Freight. “It is a testament to the accomplishments and abilities of the entire Con-way Freight team and how hard work and persistence have made the Avery Dennison–Con-way Freight relationship a winning combination.”

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About Con-way Freight
Con-way Freight is the industry’s leading less-than-truckload (LTL) freight transportation company, providing guaranteed, day-definite regional and transcontinental service with exception-free delivery, on-time service performance and faster transit times through a single, unified network of more than 300 service centers in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Con-way Freight offers LTL freight transportation across North America and through Global LTLTM delivery in the United States from around the world. Global solutions include international less-than-container (LCL) ocean shipments from Asia through its OceanGuaranteed® service; U.S. and Europe delivery for inbound and outbound international cargoes through an exclusive alliance with TNT; direct service to more than 30 Bahamian and Caribbean ports through TropicalDirectSM; and domestic offshore transportation to Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. Based in Ann Arbor, Mich., Con-way Freight is a certified FAST highway carrier and is C-TPAT/PIP, ACE- and CSA-certified.

Con-way Freight is a subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW), a $5.3 billion diversified freight transportation and logistics services company. For more information, visit www.con-way.com/en/freight.

Road Systems Inc. Receives 2011 Award from Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT

Road Systems Inc. (RSI), a trailer manufacturer and subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW), today announced that it has been honored with the 2011 Plant Safety Award from the Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association (TTMA). This is the third time that RSI has received this honor from TTMA; the company was also an award recipient in 2004 and 2010. RSI was presented with the award last week at the TTMA Annual Convention in Tuscan, Ariz. Each year TTMA conducts a plant safety contest to recognize participating plants of TTMA member companies having the best safety record for the previous year.

Specifically, RSI won in the “C” category of the award segmented for plants sized 300,000 man-hours and under. To be considered for the award, RSI was responsible for providing numerical data in seven areas: deaths, total lost workday cases, total cases with job transfer or restriction, days away from work, days of job transfer or job restriction, total number of other recordable cases and total cases (of injuries). Since receiving its first Plant Safety Award in 2004, RSI has decreased its incident frequency rate by more than 80 percent.

“Achieving superior safety performance and operational excellence requires close interaction and informative guidance,” said Lynn Reinbolt, president, RSI. “For that reason, we coach our employees through in-house behavioral-based education. Being recognized by TTMA for a third time is a testament to the continued success of this program and the employees who drive it.”

Under the TTMA Plant Safety program, award winners are selected from member companies’ year-long occupational injury data recorded in accordance with the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) record-keeping requirements.

“RSI is known for its tireless commitment to safety,” said Jeff Sims, president, Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association. “For the second consecutive year, it is a pleasure to honor the plant most deserving of this award and the hardworking employees behind that crucial, consistent dedication.”

This year marks the 41st presentation of the Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association Plant Safety Awards. TTMA is a member-based organization established to build confidence between manufacturers of truck trailers, cargo tanks, intermodal containers and their suppliers to bring about a mutual understanding of the problems confronting all manufacturers. For more information about TTMA, visit www.ttmanet.org.

About Road Systems Inc.
Road Systems Inc. (RSI) is Con-way’s trailer manufacturing division. RSI designs, builds and sells freight trailers and other equipment to its sister transportation and logistics operating companies within the Con-way organization. With its efficient production operations and reputation for quality manufacturing, the company has also established a growing presence as a supplier of trailing equipment to customers across the transportation and logistics marketplace.

Road Systems Inc. is a subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW), a $5.3 billion freight transportation and logistics services company. For more information, visit www.con-way.com.

Bobcat Expands Operations, Brings Jobs to Bismarck

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 17:44:00 GMT

Bobcat Company and Menlo Worldwide Logistics today announced the expansion of operations at Bobcat’s Manufacturing Support Center (MSC) in Bismarck. Bobcat also announced plans to acquire additional land at the Northern Plains Commerce Center (NPCC), to create an Innovation Center for product development and testing.

Expanded production, additional jobs coming to Bismarck

Production of Bobcat® compact attachments will begin moving to the new MSC (the former Bobcat production facility) immediately. Menlo has operated in Bobcat’s facilities as a strategic logistics partner since 2006. As many as 150 new positions will be created to support expanded production operations for the compact attachments line, which is being shifted to the MSC from a Bobcat Company-owned plant in Litchfield, Minn.

“This move enables us to better respond to customer demand for our attachments while leveraging the expertise of our strategic logistics partner in the process,” said Rich Goldsbury, president of Bobcat. “This is a positive move for Bobcat, Menlo, Bismarck and North Dakota.”

This move will allow increased production of Bobcat attachments and equipment in the state of North Dakota, Goldsbury said, adding that market demand for compact attachments has increased as customers seek new ways to diversify businesses by adding more attachments to their existing compact equipment.

“Menlo and Bobcat have enjoyed a strong relationship for six years, and we look forward to expanding that relationship,” said Bob Bianco, president of Menlo Worldwide Logistics. “Together we combine a world-class manufacturer with a world-class logistics provider to produce high quality equipment for the customer. It’s a terrific partnership.”

While increased compact attachments business has outgrown the Litchfield plant’s capacity, Bobcat will continue operating the Litchfield facility by moving heavy equipment attachment operations from a Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment facility in Statesville, N.C. The move will involve around 65 positions, replacing more than a third of the jobs currently in Litchfield.

Innovation Center plans announced

Bobcat also announced plans for the former MSC building and the acquisition of additional land at the NPCC. The company will build an Innovation Center, designed as a center of excellence in product design. Bobcat officials say it will bring together customer-, product- and dealer-focused functions and processes, creating a dedicated environment for evaluating customer research, conducting product testing and training, and refining manufacturing processes. Approximately 175 positions will be based at the Innovation Center, centralizing existing engineering jobs and adding new positions as well.

“The Innovation Center concept comes from the very foundation of our company,” Goldsbury said. “That innovative spirit developed the very first skid-steer loader and launched the compact equipment industry—and it continues today in how we develop concepts and bring them to market. The Innovation Center is a commitment to our customers, dedicated to driving innovation and operational excellence through our products and our organization.”

Work will begin on the Innovation Center later this year, with a full build-out at the NPCC to be completed by the end of 2014. The former MSC will be renovated, plus a 50,000 square-foot indoor arena will be added with a 5-acre outdoor operation area.

“We’re proud to grow our business in North Dakota—we’ve built almost 1 million machines here,” Goldsbury said. “Adding positions, while also developing an environment to foster and accelerate the innovative spirit that has made Bobcat the market leader in compact equipment, is very exciting.”

The additional employees and the attachments business will join the current logistics management, sub-assembly, kitting and delivery services, which have all been primary functions of Menlo at the MSC.

Con-way Freight Retrofits Lighting to Reduce Energy Use

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:45:00 GMT

Understanding the energy impact of different types of light bulbs is important, and plays a much larger role in energy efficiency than most realize. Short of turning the lights off, one way to cut back on this energy consumption is to install T8 linear fluorescent lights in place of older, less efficient technologies like incandescent, metal halide or high-pressure sodium. Another is to install motion and daylight sensors to ensure lights only illuminate when it’s dark and there is motion.

Con-way Freight, a less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier and subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW), first piloted a lighting retrofit program before it began implementing the initiative within its network of operating locations across North America. The purpose of the retrofit is to maximize energy savings relative to investment and to capitalize on state- and utility-sponsored rebates by installing more efficient fixtures, lamps, ballasts and sensors while maintaining or improving the quality of light for Con-way Freight employees.

Check out the infographic below to learn more about the lighting and energy usage at Con-way Freight facilities.

Con-way Inc. Schedules Date for Release of 2012 First Quarter Financial Results

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT

Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) announced today that it will release its financial results for the 2012 first quarter, ended March 31, on Tuesday, May 1, after the close of the stock market. The company will subsequently host a conference call for the investment community the following morning, Wednesday, May 2, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time.

About Con-way Inc.
Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) is a $5.3 billion freight transportation and logistics services company headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich. Con-way delivers industry-leading services through its primary operating companies of Con-way Freight, Con-way Truckload and Menlo Worldwide. These operating units provide high-performance, day-definite less-than-truckload (LTL), full truckload and multimodal freight transportation, as well as logistics, warehousing and supply chain management services. Con-way also operates Road Systems Inc., a trailer refurbishing and manufacturing company which supplies trailing equipment to the company’s trucking fleets. Con-way Inc. and its subsidiaries operate from more than 500 locations across North America and in 20 countries. For more information about Con-way, visit www.con-way.com.

Con-way Truckload Announces February 2012 Drivers of the Month

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT

Con-way Truckload, a full truckload carrier and subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW), today announced the recipients of its Driver of the Month recognition for February 2012.

The following drivers were recognized by the company:

Company Driver of the Month: James Latham
James Latham has been driving professionally for 15 years, and has driven more than 405,000 miles since joining Con-way Truckload in 2008. Latham’s experience has also made him a great student trainer for the company. “I like knowing that what I’m going to do today will be different from what I did the day before,” he says of what he likes about driving. Latham resides in Nixa, Mo., with his wife, Joni. Together they have four children.

Contractor Driver of the Month: Alvin Courte
Alvin Courte has been driving professionally for 17 years and since joining the company in 1996, he has driven more than 1.6 million miles. He believes that good trip planning is key to becoming a successful driver. Courte lives in Henderson, Texas, where he enjoys spending time with his wife of 58 years, Audrey, their son, Tony, and their grandsons Gavon and Cage.

Company Team of the Month: Clyde and Sheryl Nelson
Clyde and Sheryl Nelson, of Tulsa, Okla., say that team driving gives them the opportunity to see the countryside, without the responsibility of clocking in and out of an office each day. Clyde has been driving professionally since 1987 and joined the company in 1997, while Sheryl began her driving career in 2003. The Nelsons enjoy spending time with their three children and six grandchildren and take part in other hobbies like motorcycles and quilting.

Contractor Team of the Month: Brent and Jacqueline Michalski
The Michalskis have far surpassed the million-miler mark, with more than 1.3 million miles driven since joining Con-way Truckload in 2004. Brent began driving professionally 20 years ago, while Jacqueline began her driving career in 1994. Their advice to drivers is to “be patient, keep your distance, and let the miles come to you.” Brent and Jackie have been married for 13 years and currently reside in Farnham, N.Y., with their daughter, Alicia.

Regional Driver of the Month: Paul Lojewski
Paul Lojewski was ready for a career change, and in 1989 he was recruited into professional driving. A former paramedic, Lojewski comments that driving has allowed him to be a “paid tourist.” When back home in Newburg, Mo., he switches to two wheels, having fun riding his motorcycle around town.

The following six drivers achieved the significant career milestones of one and two million miles driven during the month of February:

One million: Daniel Giardiello of Barefoot Bay, Fla.; and Jack Tenney of Austintown, Ohio.
Two million: Dan Allison of Laredo, Texas; Richard Cummins of Blaine, Wash.; Dennis Jennings of Ava, Mo.; and Juan Lopez of Galveston, Texas.

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Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) is a $5.3 billion diversified freight transportation and global logistics company.