TONTITOWN, Ark., Nov. 12, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- P.A.M. Transportation Services, Inc. (Nasdaq:PTSI) today announced that the Company's primary operating subsidiary, P.A.M. Transport, Inc., has received authorization from the Mexico Department of Economy to establish a network of offices in Mexico in the key markets in which the Company plans to expand. The Company is currently in the process of registering with the relevant tax and business authorities in Mexico and expects to open its first representative office in Mexico by December 1, 2010.
Daniel H. Cushman, President of the Company, commented, "We are extremely pleased to announce that we have received approval from the Mexican government for the expansion of our international presence in Mexico. We believe that this represents an important step towards realizing our goal of continued growth in the Mexico market and demonstrates our commitment to customers operating in the region. Having the ability to expand our presence by opening additional offices, when needed, will allow us to quickly respond to the needs of customers throughout Mexico, as well as capitalize on new business opportunities. We expect to begin the staffing of our first office in Monterrey, Mexico later this month with personnel to promote and market our Mexico service offerings."
P.A.M. Transportation Services, Inc. is a leading truckload dry van carrier transporting general commodities throughout the continental United States, as well as in the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Quebec. The Company also provides transportation services in Mexico through its gateways in Laredo and El Paso, Texas under agreements with Mexican carriers.
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CONTACT: PAM Transportation Services, Inc. Larry J. Goddard (479) 361-9111