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MIAMI, Feb 04, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, will be showcasing its solutions at the Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo taking place at the Rio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada from February 7 - 9, 2011.

Ryder's enhanced reverse logistics solution provides high-tech/electronics manufacturers and retailers with a single integrated, closed-loop reverse solution that includes end-to-end visibility through the returns lifecycle; integrated business intelligence and reporting; increased same day credit processing and reconciliation; increased product repair yields and turn around times; and compliance with local, state, and federal disposal mandates.

Ryder's reverse logistics experts will be on hand at the conference to discuss topics such as integrating forward and reverse logistics activities, maximizing the value of returned assets, identifying alternative disposal methods, and finding efficiencies in the reverse logistics supply chain. Visit Booth D9.

In addition, Ryder has partnered with the Reverse Logistics Association to host an Executive Forum the evening of February 8 at the Bellagio beginning at 6:30 p.m. Featured speaker, William McNeill, Senior Research Analyst, Supply Chain Group, Gartner, will discuss best practices for leveraging reverse logistics and how to maximize the value of returned assets through testing, repair, parts re-use, and more. Transportation will be provided from the Rio to the Bellagio. Those interested in attending should contact Ana Hernandez at Ana_Hernandez@Ryder.com. Space is limited.

On Wednesday, February 9, conference participants are also welcome to attend a special joint presentation featuring Ryder and Cisco, the worldwide leader in networking that transforms how people connect, communicate and collaborate. Steve Pennington, Group Manager of Logistics at Ryder will present with David Lamb, Director of U.S. and Canada Technical Services and Service Delivery Operations at Cisco, to share a case study about the Cisco/Ryder relationship and the results of their collaboration on Cisco's Reverse Logistics Solution. Ryder was recently named Supplier of the Year by Cisco for achieving the highest average Global Balance Scorecard performance in the Innovation and Distribution/Warehousing categories in the fiscal year 2010. The presentation will take place at 11:30 a.m.

James C. Burke, Ryder's Director of Supply Chain Excellence, will also participate on a discussion panel called "Reverse Logistics Supply Chain, Warranty Complexity, Logistics." The panel will take place on February 9 at 2 p.m.

"Businesses are facing significantly shortened product lifecycles, as well as an increased consumer and government focus on more sustainable logistics networks," states Gailen Vick,President and Founder, Reverse Logistics Association. "By participating in the Reverse Logistics Conference, Ryder is helping to elevate a discussion about the importance of reverse logistics as a strategy to improve visibility, velocity, and value in the supply chain."

To learn more about Ryder's reverse logistics product offering visit: www.ryder.com/supplychain_solutions_reverse-logistics.shtml

About Ryder

Ryder is a FORTUNE 500(R) commercial transportation, logistics and supply chain management solutions company. Ryder's stock (NYSE: R) is a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average and the Standard & Poor's 500 Index. Inbound Logistics magazine has recognized Ryder as the top third party logistics provider and Security magazine has named Ryder one of the top companies for security practices in the transportation, logistics, supply chain, and warehousing sector. Ryder is a proud member of the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program, supporting national and local disaster preparedness and response efforts. For more information on Ryder System, Inc., visit www.ryder.com.

Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements:Certain statements and information included in this news releaseare "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Federal Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.These forward-looking statements are based on our current plans and expectations and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions.Accordingly, these forward-looking statements should be evaluated with consideration given to the many risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and events to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements including those risks set forth in our periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.New risks emerge from time to time.It is not possible for management to predict all such risk factors or to assess the impact of such risks on our business.Accordingly, we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

SOURCE: Ryder System, Inc.

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