Ryder Enhances Liquidity with $400M Syndicated Term Loan

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions, today announced it entered into a new 364-day unsecured syndicated term loan (the “Term Loan”) totaling US$400 million with a syndicate of eight large financial institutions, further enhancing its liquidity position.

“Execution of this new term loan further solidifies Ryder’s solid liquidity position. Our business model generates more free cash flow in slower economic environments as capital expenditures decline in our ChoiceLease business,” said Scott Parker, Ryder Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

The term loan will be used for working capital and other general corporate purposes of Ryder and its subsidiaries. “We are very pleased with the continued demonstration of financial support and confidence shown by our banking partners,” said Dan Susik, Ryder Senior Vice President – Finance and Treasurer.

BofA Securities, Inc. acted as a joint lead arranger and joint book runner. Bank of America, N.A will serve as administrative agent. MUFG Bank, Ltd. acted as a joint lead arranger, joint bookrunner and as syndication agent. Additionally, BNP Paribas, Mizuho Bank, Ltd., U.S. Bank, National Association, Truist Bank and PNC Bank, National Association acted as joint lead arrangers and documentation agents. Regions Bank was also a participating lender.

About Ryder

Ryder is a Fortune 500® commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions company. The company’s stock (NYSE: R) is a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average and the S&P MidCap 400® index. Ryder, which provides commercial truck rental, truck leasing, used trucks for sale, and last mile delivery services, has been named among “The World’s Most Admired Companies” by Fortune, as well as one of “America’s Best Employers” and “America’s Best Employers for Women” by Forbes. The company is regularly recognized for its industry-leading practices in third-party logistics, environmentally friendly fleet and supply chain solutions, world-class safety and security programs, and hiring of military veterans. For more information, visit www.ryder.com or our newsroom, and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

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