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Navistar Selects Menlo as Global Lead Logistics Provider

Strategic Outsourcing Engagement Focused on Streamlining Operations, Improving Velocity, Removing Waste from Global Supply Chain Network

WARRENVILLE, Ill., Oct 10, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Navistar International Corporation (NYSE: NAV) announced today it has
selected Menlo Worldwide Logistics, LLC, as its global lead logistics
provider to support Navistar's global growth
strategies as the company moves into new marketplaces. Working with
Menlo will help Navistar as it continues to build its competitive cost
structure.

Menlo, which is the global supply chain management subsidiary of Con-way
Inc. (NYSE: CNW), will support Navistar's
strategies to achieve world-class performance in its global logistics
network, including management of global transportation providers,
regional warehouse management, lead time planning and net landed cost
modeling.

The outsourcing initiative represents a significant step forward for
Navistar's plans to accelerate growth globally
and speed the introduction of its products into new markets, noted Ed
Melching, Navistar's director, Global
Logistics. "Effective logistics operations are
based on superior processes and well-engineered supply chain practices.
It's fundamental to supply chain velocity and
a competitive cost structure," said Melching. "Menlo
is an ideal partner for Navistar as we build a world-class logistics
capability that will make us more profitable and enable us to better
serve our customers."

Menlo is a global leader in the integration of all functions across the
supply chain, from sourcing of raw materials through product
manufacturing to the distribution of finished goods. Through a
comprehensive review process, Navistar determined that Menlo was the
logistics provider most capable of addressing the breadth and depth of
the company's logistics requirements.

"We are very proud and excited to be selected
for this highly strategic and mission-critical role supporting Navistar's
business objectives," said Robert L. Bianco,
Jr., president of Menlo Worldwide Logistics. "It's
clear that Navistar is determined to elevate their logistics and supply
chain operations into a source of competitive advantage. The role of
lead logistics provider is a tremendous opportunity for Menlo and we
look forward to demonstrating the value of this engagement for Navistar
and its customers."

About Menlo Worldwide Logistics

Menlo Worldwide Logistics, LLC, is a US$1.4 billion global provider of
logistics, transportation management and supply chain services with
operations in five continents, including North America. As a third-party
logistics provider, San Mateo, Calif.-based Menlo Worldwide Logistics'
services range from dedicated contract logistics to warehouse and
distribution management, transportation management, supply chain
reengineering and other value-added services including packaging,
kitting, order fulfillment and light assembly through a strategic
network of multi-client and dedicated facilities. With more than 16
million square feet of dedicated warehouse space in North America, the
Asia Pacific, Europe and Latin America, and industry-leading
technologies, Menlo Worldwide Logistics creates effective, integrated
solutions for the transportation and distribution needs of leading
businesses around the world.

Menlo Worldwide Logistics, LLC, is a subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE:
CNW), a $4.7 billion freight transportation and logistics company. For
more information, please visit us on the Web at www.con-way.com.

About Navistar

Navistar International Corporation (NYSE: NAV) is a holding company
whose subsidiaries and affiliates produce International(R)
brand commercial and military trucks, MaxxForce(TM)
brand diesel engines, IC brand school and commercial buses, and Workhorse(R)
brand chassis for motor homes and step vans. It also is a private-label
designer and manufacturer of diesel engines for the pickup truck, van
and SUV markets. The company also provides truck and diesel engine parts
and service. Another affiliate offers financing services. Additional
information is available at www.navistar.com/newsroom.

SOURCE: Navistar International Corporation

Media contact: 
Roy Wiley, Navistar, 630-753-2627 
Gary Frantz, Menlo, 650-378-5335 
or 
Investor contact: 
Heather Kos, 630-753-2406 
Web site: www.Navistar.com/newsroom

Copyright Business Wire 2008


 



 
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