Saia Inc. (SAIA) is recognizing nearly 8,000 team members for outstanding safety records, representing over 55,000 combined years of accident-free service.
JOHNS CREEK, Ga., June 18, 2025 – In a strong display of its commitment to safety, Saia Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) has just honored nearly 8,000 employees – dockworkers, mechanics, and both city and line drivers – for achieving significant safety milestones. This initiative underscores the company’s deeply ingrained culture of prioritizing a safe and responsible work environment, a crucial element in the competitive logistics landscape.
Safe Work Awards: Recognizing Excellence in Operations
Nearly 2,400 dockworkers and mechanics were lauded this year for their outstanding contributions. These individuals, collectively, have accumulated over 15,000 years of injury-free service. The awards highlight the consistent operational excellence and adherence to safety protocols these employees demonstrate daily. Saia acknowledged employees across a range of tenure milestones, notably including three who have maintained over 40 years of safe work without a single recordable incident, a particularly impressive feat.
Saia’s spotlighted recipients include:
- Houma, Louisiana Lead Dockworker Harold Castell, Jr.
- Lafayette, Louisiana Lead Mechanic Lawrence Benoit
- New Orleans, Louisiana Mechanic Darryl Gay
Safe Drive Awards: Celebrating Safer Roads and Responsible Drivers
In addition to the Safe Work Awards, Saia also recognized over 5,500 of its city and line drivers with Safe Drive Awards, celebrating their remarkable collective achievement of nearly 40,000 years of accident-free driving. Drivers were celebrated for reaching essential benchmarks, from those with one year of safe driving to those exceeding 40 years without a preventable accident. Demonstrating true dedication, six drivers were acknowledged for surpassing the 40-year safe driving milestone, a remarkable accomplishment within the demanding transportation sector.
- Dallas, Texas Line Driver Jack Ikey
- Hattiesburg, Mississippi Line Driver Frank Lee III
- Jacksonville, Florida Line Driver Charles Layman
- New Orleans, Louisiana City Driver Joseph Dominguez, Jr.
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Line Driver Michael Shumake
- Las Vegas, Nevada Line Driver Roy Coleman
Company-wide, over 70% of Saia’s drivers and a significant percentage of the dockworkers and mechanics were acknowledged, underscoring the company’s pervasive safety culture.
A Culture of Safety: A Strategic Imperative
“This June, during ‘National Safety Month,’ we’re proud to highlight the paramount importance of safety at Saia and across our industry,” said Steve Greenhill, Saia’s Vice President of Safety. “The accolades we present are a testament to the daily commitment our employees make to protect themselves, their colleagues, and the communities we serve. Their achievements underscore our enduring emphasis on comprehensive training, diligent accountability, and continuous improvement—elements vital to our ongoing success.”
Safety forms the fundamental premise of Saia’s operating procedures and company culture, with a focus on proactive education, regular training, and the deployment of advanced safety technologies. These initiatives allow Saia to support its employees in consistently upholding the highest standards of professionalism and service, even as the company continues to grow and expand in a demanding industry.
Looking Ahead: Sustaining Momentum and a Commitment to Excellence
As Saia continues its expansion across North America, maintaining its position as an industry leader in safety remains a strategic priority. The recognition of its employees’ accomplishments, reinforces Saia’s commitment to providing safe, efficient, and reliable services for its customers.
For additional information to explore potential career opportunities with Saia, visit saia.com.
About Saia Inc.
Saia Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA) provides a wide array of less-than-truckload, truckload and logistics services. With headquarters in Johns Creek, Georgia, Saia LTL Freight operates over 213 terminals nationwide and employs more than 15,000 people. Saia has garnered recognition from the American Trucking Associations Safety Management Council for its commendable safety record, and the Environmental Protection Agency’s SmartWay program for its dedication to reducing its environmental footprint. Saia is also honored to be recognized numerous times by Women In Trucking as a “Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation.” For more information on Saia Inc., please visit saia.com.
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