Saia Honored as 2011 Strategic Carrier Partner by Unishippers

JOHNS CREEK, GA--(Marketwire - Mar 21, 2012) - Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) is pleased to announce that it was named 2011 Strategic Carrier Partner of the Year by Unishippers Global Logistics, LLC.

"Saia and Unishippers continue to enjoy an open, trusting and collaborative partnership," said Saia Vice President of Sales, Western Division Mark Hamblin. "Our mutual success is due to an ongoing dialog between both organizations, which helps each appreciate and respect the other's changing needs. We understand our relationship is constantly evolving and mutual support is critical for ongoing success."

For 25 years, Unishippers has been a trusted shipping advisor for over 50,000 customers. With over 285 franchises, they provide small and medium-sized businesses with cost-saving shipping services by leveraging the combined volume of freight of all their customers.

"On behalf of our franchisees and the customers they serve, we thank Saia for being an integral and essential part of our continued success. Their dedication to overall quality and customer service as well as their commitment to true collaboration has led to a truly strategic partnership that is greatly appreciated," said Unishippers Global Logistics, LLC CEO Dan Lockwood.

Saia's employees proved their relentless commitment to customer satisfaction by ending February with 98 percent on-time service.

About Saia, Inc.

Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) is a less-than-truckload provider of regional, interregional and guaranteed services covering 34 states. Saia is home to the industry-leading Xtreme Guarantee product, which guarantees total customer satisfaction from pick-up through invoicing. Saia offers complete North American coverage through partner agreements. With headquarters in Johns Creek, Ga., and a network of 148 terminals, the carrier employs 8,000 people. For more information on Saia, visit the Saia Website at www.saia.com.