Heartland Express, Inc. Announces Participation in Upcoming Conference

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Heartland Express (Nasdaq: HTLD) announced that CFO Chris Strain will participate in the Wolfe Research 19th Annual Global Transportation and Industrials Conference on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in New York.

The company will join a panel discussion from 2:05 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. ET and host investor meetings.

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NORTH LIBERTY, Iowa, May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heartland Express, Inc. (Nasdaq: HTLD) announced that Chris Strain, Chief Financial Officer, will participate in the Wolfe Research 19^th Annual Global Transportation and Industrials Conference. Conference participation will occur on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in New York, New York, including investor meetings. Heartland Express will participate in a panel discussion from 2:05 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. ET.

Heartland Express is an irregular route truckload carrier based in North Liberty, Iowa serving customers with shipping lanes throughout the United States and Mexico. Heartland focuses primarily on regional freight, offering shippers industry leading on-time service so they can achieve their strategic goals for their customers. More information about Heartland Express can be found on the company website at www.heartlandexpress.com.

Information presented at the conference may contain forward-looking statements made by Heartland. Forward-looking statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of Heartland’s management and are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified, which could cause future events and actual results to differ materially from those set forth in, contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking statements. Accordingly, actual results may differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements. Readers should review and consider the factors that may affect future results and other disclosures by Heartland in its press releases, stockholder reports, Annual Report on Form 10-K, and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Heartland disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect actual results or changes in the factors affecting the forward-looking information.

Contact:

Heartland Express, Inc.                

Mike Gerdin, Chief Executive Officer
Chris Strain, Chief Financial Officer

319-645-7060

FAQ

When will Heartland Express (HTLD) present at the Wolfe Research 19th Annual Global Transportation and Industrials Conference?

Heartland Express will participate on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in New York. According to Heartland Express, CFO Chris Strain will attend investor meetings and a panel discussion scheduled from 2:05 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. ET during the conference.

What is Heartland Express (HTLD) doing at the Wolfe Research 2026 transportation and industrials conference?

Heartland Express will join investor meetings and a panel discussion at the conference. According to Heartland Express, the panel runs from 2:05 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. ET, offering investors a chance to hear management’s views on transportation and logistics topics.

Who will represent Heartland Express (HTLD) at the Wolfe Research 19th Annual Global Transportation and Industrials Conference?

Chief Financial Officer Chris Strain will represent Heartland Express at the event. According to Heartland Express, Strain will take part in investor meetings and a scheduled panel, providing insight into the company’s operations and strategy as a truckload carrier.

Where is the Wolfe Research 19th Annual Global Transportation and Industrials Conference that Heartland Express (HTLD) is attending?

The Wolfe Research 19th Annual Global Transportation and Industrials Conference will be held in New York, New York. According to Heartland Express, company representatives, including CFO Chris Strain, will attend on May 19, 2026, for meetings and a panel discussion.

What type of business does Heartland Express (HTLD) operate while attending the Wolfe Research conference?

Heartland Express operates an irregular route truckload carrier business across the United States and Mexico. According to Heartland Express, the company focuses on regional freight and emphasizes industry-leading on-time service to support shippers’ strategic goals for their own customers.

Will Heartland Express (HTLD) discuss forward-looking statements at the Wolfe Research 2026 conference?

Information at the conference may include forward-looking statements from Heartland Express. According to Heartland Express, such statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ; investors are urged to review the company’s SEC filings and press releases.