UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

Form 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 3, 2019

YRC Worldwide Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

10990 Roe Avenue

Overland Park, Kansas 66211

(Address of principal executive office)(Zip Code)

(913) 696-6100

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.  ☐

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Item 8.01. Other Events.

As previously disclosed, on March 21, 2019, YRC Worldwide Inc. (“YRC Worldwide”) operating companies YRC Inc., USF Holland LLC and New Penn Motor Express LLC (collectively, the “Companies”) and Teamsters National Freight Industry Negotiating Committee (“TNFINC”), the negotiating arm of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (“IBT”), on behalf of itself and the Teamster Local Unions representing employees covered by the National Master Freight Agreement (“NMFA”), reached a tentative agreement in principle for a new collective bargaining agreement (the “New NMFA”), subject to ratification by the Companies’ union employees (the “Union Employees”).

On May 3, 2019, YRC Worldwide was notified that the Union Employees ratified the New NMFA. YRC Worldwide was also notified that while the Union Employees ratified 25 of the 26 applicable supplemental agreements to the New NMFA that were subject to a ratification vote simultaneously with the New NMFA, the Union Employees declined to ratify one applicable supplemental agreement. The supplemental agreement covers localized operational and work rule type items, and does not supersede the New NMFA and its terms. As a result, YRC Worldwide does not anticipate that any further negotiations regarding the one remaining supplemental agreement will affect the financial terms of the New NMFA. In accordance with the IBT’s ratification procedures, however, the approved New NMFA and supplemental agreements will not take effect until issues pertaining to that supplemental agreement are resolved. The Companies’ current NMFA and related supplemental agreements expire on May 31, 2019.

The Companies have begun discussions with TNFINC concerning the one supplemental agreement that the applicable Union Employees declined to ratify. A copy of a press release providing an update on this development is furnished as an exhibit to this Report on Form 8-K.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

Forward-Looking Statements

This Current Report on Form 8-K and the attached press release contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The words “will,” “would,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “believe,” “intend” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain and are subject to significant business, economic, competitive, regulatory and other risks, uncertainties and contingencies, known and unknown, many of which are beyond the Company’s control. It is important to note that the results of future discussions and negotiations with the IBT and the process to address the supplemental agreement that was not ratified on May 3, 2019, as well as the outcome thereof, may be subject to a number of factors, including (among others) those risk factors that are from time to time included in the Company’s reports filed with the SEC, including the Company’s reports on Forms 10-K and 10-Q.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

Date: May 6, 2019

Exhibit 99.1

10990 Roe Avenue Overland Park, KS 66211 Phone 913 696 6108 Fax 913 696 6116 News Release

Employees Approve Five-Year Master Contract for Three YRC Worldwide Companies

Contract Includes Comprehensive Wage and Benefits Package and Opportunities for Operational Efficiencies

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — YRC Worldwide (NASDAQ: YRCW) (the “Company”) announced today that employees at three of our operating companies – YRC Freight, Holland, and New Penn Motor Express – who are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and covered by the National Master Freight Agreement (NMFA) overwhelmingly approved a new five year master contract and national economic package in what is believed to be a record turnout for the national contract vote. This was an important next step in the process, with only one small supplemental agreement remaining to be resolved before the entire contract becomes effective. We will be working to address the last remaining localized supplement prior to expiration of our current contract extension through May 31, 2019.

“There is a lot to be excited about with the new master contract, and we are obviously pleased that our employees agreed by approving the national agreement and accompanying national economic package. The new contract supports a more market-competitive wage and benefit package for our employees, while at the same time enhancing our ability to provide reliable and efficient service to our customers,” stated Darren Hawkins, YRCW Chief Executive Officer.

“As we work to finalize the one outstanding supplement, it will be business as usual for our companies as we focus on providing our customers with the service they need,” said Hawkins.

The Company will outline the key benefits of the Labor Agreement on its earnings call on May 8, 2019.

“YRC Worldwide is powered by the most professional and experienced employees in the industry. I want to thank each and every one of our employees for their hard work and dedication. We will continue discussions with the IBT and employees to arrive at a fully approved agreement quickly,” Hawkins concluded.

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Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The words “will,” “would,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “believe,” “intend” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain and are subject to significant business, economic, competitive, regulatory and other risks, uncertainties and contingencies, known and unknown, many of which are beyond the Company’s control. It is important to note that the achievement of the operational efficiencies and the improved service to customers we anticipate may be subject to a number of factors, including (among others) those risk factors that are from time to time included in the Company’s reports filed with the SEC, including the Company’s reports on Forms 10-K and 10-Q.

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About YRC Worldwide

YRC Worldwide Inc., headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., is the holding company for a portfolio of less-than-truckload (LTL) companies including Holland, New Penn, Reddaway, YRC Freight, and YRC Reimer as well as the logistics company HNRY Logistics. Collectively, YRC Worldwide companies have one of the largest, most comprehensive logistics and LTL networks in North America with local, regional, national and international capabilities. Through their teams of experienced service professionals, YRC Worldwide companies offer industry-leading expertise in flexible supply chain solutions, ensuring customers can ship industrial, commercial and retail goods with confidence.

Please visit our website at www.yrcw.com for more information.

SOURCE: YRC Worldwide

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