Ryder (R) Announces Strategic Initiatives; to Cut Workforce by 700 Positions; Sees Q4 EPS at Low End of Prior Guidance

December 17, 2008 4:30 PM EST

Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) today announced several strategic and tactical initiatives to address current global economic conditions and drive long- term profitable growth. Steps to the plan include:

  • increasing emphasis on US, Canada, Mexico, UK markets
  • discontinuing operations in Brazil, Argentina and Chile
  • transistioning out of current supply chain customer contracts in Europe
  • reducing US headcount by about 700 positions, resulting in cost savings of about $36 million next year.
Ryder sees Q4 non-GAAP EPS at the low end of its previously issued guidance.

Ryder System, Inc. provides transportation and supply chain management solutions.


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