CENF Central Freight Lines

Central Freight Lines, Inc. (NASDAQ:CENF) has appointed Tom Biggs to the Plains Division Vice President post. Gary McCartney, Central's Vice President of Operations, made the announcement today. With over 20 years experience in transportation, Tom brings to Central a proven track-record in sales, terminal management and customer relations. Most recently, he served seven years as Division Vice President at USF Dugan. Prior to Dugan, Tom was a Terminal Manager for both Overnight and American Freightways in Dallas, TX. McCartney said, "I am confident Tom's experience in sales and terminal management will strengthen Central as we focus on company growth, service enhancements and cost controls." He continued, "His enthusiasm for our company, his drive to effect positive change and his genuine interest in customers and employees, will be key factors in the success he brings to Central." Biggs is based in Central's Fort Worth offices and reports to McCartney. He works with the company's Plains Division sales and operations teams to build new customer relationships, increase Central's visibility and revenues in the division, and oversee productivity and operational improvements. "I am happy to be part of a company that is truly moving forward," commented Biggs. "Central has established a well-respected reputation in its home-state of Texas and I am pleased to represent a company whose customers have relied for 80 years on the quality, safety and service Central offers." About: (www.centralfreight.com) Central Freight Lines, Inc. is a non-union less-than-truckload carrier specializing in regional overnight and second day markets. One of the 10 largest regional LTL carriers in the nation, Central provides regional, interregional, and expedited services, as well as value-added supply chain management, throughout the Midwest, Southwest, West Coast and Pacific Northwest. Utilizing marketing alliances, Central provides service solutions to the Great Lakes, Northeast, Southeast, Mexico and Canada.