Ryder Announces Redemption of Medium-Term Notes Due 2022

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Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) announced the redemption of all outstanding 2.80% medium-term notes due February 11, 2022, with a total principal amount of $300 million. Investors will receive a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal plus accrued interest from September 1, 2021, to the redemption date. Following the redemption, interest will cease on these notes. Investors are advised to contact their banks or brokers for redemption payment details.

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• Redemption of $300 million medium-term notes indicates strong liquidity management.

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• Redeeming these notes may indicate a potential tightening of cash flow.

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, dedicated transportation, and fleet management solutions, announces that it will redeem all of the issued and outstanding 2.80% medium-term notes (notes) due 2022 on February 11, 2022 (the redemption date). The notes have an aggregate principal amount outstanding of $300,000,000.

The notes will each be redeemed for a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount of such notes plus accrued and unpaid interest on the notes redeemed from and including September 1, 2021 to, but not including, the redemption date. From and after the redemption date, all interest will cease to accrue on the notes.

Investors in the notes should contact the bank or broker through which they hold a beneficial interest in the notes for information about obtaining the redemption payment for any notes in which they have a beneficial interest.

About Ryder System, Inc.

Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) is a leading logistics and transportation company. It provides supply chain, dedicated transportation, and fleet management solutions, including full service leasing, rental, and maintenance, used vehicle sales, professional drivers, transportation services, freight brokerage, warehousing and distribution, e-commerce fulfillment, and last mile delivery services, to some world’s most-recognized brands. Ryder provides services throughout the United States, Mexico, Canada, and the United Kingdom. In addition, Ryder manages nearly 235,000 commercial vehicles and operates more than 300 warehouses encompassing approximately 64 million square feet. Ryder is regularly recognized for its industry-leading practices in third-party logistics, technology-driven innovations, commercial vehicle maintenance, environmentally friendly solutions, corporate social responsibility, world-class safety and security programs, military veteran recruitment initiatives, and the hiring of a diverse workforce. www.ryder.com

Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements: Certain statements and information included in this news release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Federal Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements, including expectations with respect to our liquidity position, are based on our current plans and expectations and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Accordingly, these forward-looking statements should be evaluated with consideration given to the many risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and events to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, including those risks set forth in our periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. New risks emerge from time to time. It is not possible for management to predict all such risk factors or to assess the impact of such risks on our business. Accordingly, we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

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Media:

Amy Federman

afederman@ryder.com

305.500.4989

Investor Relations:

Bob Brunn

bob_s_brunn@ryder.com

305.500.4053

Source: Ryder System, Inc.

FAQ

When is the redemption date for Ryder's medium-term notes?

The redemption date for Ryder's medium-term notes is February 11, 2022.

What is the total principal amount of the notes being redeemed by Ryder?

The total principal amount of the notes being redeemed by Ryder is $300 million.

What happens to the interest on the notes after the redemption date?

After the redemption date, all interest on the notes will cease to accrue.

How can investors obtain payment for the redeemed notes?

Investors should contact the bank or broker through which they hold the notes for information on obtaining the redemption payment.