February 28, 3:06 PM US Eastern Timezone

Zeeland, MI -- TLC (Total Logistic Control), a leading supply chain services provider, has been awarded a multi-year contract by Maple Leaf Bakery to manage their North American transportation and logistics needs. Maple Leaf, a leading manufacturer of fresh and frozen breads, chose TLC as “the best strategic match for their future business growth.”

Under the contract’s terms, TLC will manage Maple Leaf’s transportation from multiple production and distribution facilities throughout North America. TLC’s TM-One System will provide Maple Leaf Bakery with transportation management capabilities, including: securing a carrier base, shipment execution, load optimization, freight bill audit / pay, visibility, optimization, electronic tendering, information sharing and claims management. The two companies are working jointly in meeting Maple Leaf’s cost savings, service improvement and growth objectives.

“TLC is dedicated to providing Maple Leaf with logistics services that will exceed their needs and objectives. We look forward to building a long-term relationship with this great company,” said Bob Koerner, President and CEO of TLC.

A leading manufacturer and marketer of value-added, flour-based products including frozen and par-baked bread, rolls, bagels, and sweet goods, Maple Leaf Bakery employs more than 7,000 people in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom. The company is majority-owned by Maple Leaf Foods Inc., a global food processing company. www.mapleleaf.com

TLC (Total Logistic Control) is the Logistic Services Provider subsidiary of SUPERVALU. By leveraging a $20 billion supply chain, TLC delivers global supply chain value to the North American Consumer Market. The company's offerings span the supply chain: Supply Chain Engineering, Strategic Sourcing, Distribution Services, Transportation Services and Manufacturing. With specific services in Retail, CPG, Grocery and Food/Beverage, TLC creates unique solutions to complex supply chain problems. The company operates 39 facilities, serving their blue chip customer base, and their combined asset fleets logged over 160 million miles in 2005. For more information on TLC, please visit our website at http://www.TotalLogistic.com.

Contact Information:
Stephanie.Haight
TLC Corporate Communications
Holland, Michigan
616.494.7759
Stephanie.Haight@TotalLogistic.com