National Logistics Management Joins SmartWay^SM Transport Partnership

Company commits to helping logistics industry reduce emissions and fuel consumption

DETROIT, February 13, 2006 — In a move that underscores a commitment to environmentally sound business decision-making, National Logistics Management (NLM) has joined the SmartWay^SM Transport Partnership. NLM, a third-party, non-asset based logistics provider, also agrees to help promote joining the SmartWay effort to contracted carriers.

SmartWay Transport is a voluntary partnership between various freight industry sectors and the EPA that establishes incentives for fuel efficiency improvements and greenhouse gas emissions reductions.  By 2012, this initiative aims to reduce between 33 and 66 million metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and up to 200,000 tons of nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions per year.  At the same time, the initiative will result in fuel savings of up to 150 million barrels of oil annually – the equivalent of removing 12 million cars from the road.

“We are excited to join the SmartWay Transport Partnership and look forward to doing our part in helping the EPA reduce harmful emissions and increase fuel efficiency,” said Scott Taylor, NLM founder and CEO. “When dealing with something as large as the logistics industry, even small steps, such as idle reduction, go a long way in substantially improving the environment. It simply makes good business sense to save costs by consuming less gas.”

There are three primary components of the SmartWay program: creating partnerships, reducing unnecessary engine idling and increasing the efficiency and use of rail and intermodal operations.

In becoming a SmartWay partner, NLM agrees to:

• determine the percentage of freight SmartWay Transport Partnership carriers haul
• promote awareness of the SmartWay Partnership to contracted carriers
• report progress toward achieving each of these goals to the EPA annually

The EPA pledges technology and other assistance in helping NLM achieve these goals.

About National Logistics Management

National Logistics Management, headquartered in Detroit, has been recognized as one of the most accomplished freight management companies in North America, employing Internet technology coupled with highly specialized, personalized service. Its techniques for Web-based bidding, scheduling, shipping, tracking and receiving payments for expedited freight have transformed the manner in which manufacturers order urgent shipments of components, resulting in sharply reduced costs and improved quality of service. NLM is distinguished by the expertise of its event specialist team, its proprietary approach to quality and the proven technology applications the company creates and employs. An ISO-9001-2000 Certified business, NLM continuously seeks to create innovations in anticipation of clients’ needs. For more information, visit www.nlmi.com.

About SmartWay Transport Partnership

The SmartWay^SM Transport Partnership is a voluntary collaboration between U.S. EPA and the freight industry designed to increase energy efficiency while significantly reducing greenhouse gases and air pollution. SmartWay Transport Partners lead the way towards a cleaner, more efficient transportation future by adopting fuel-saving strategies that increase profits and reduce emissions -- a "win-win" opportunity for all.