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Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2025-11-07

Knight-Swift Announces Executive Compensation Adjustments and Retirement of General Counsel

On November 4, 2025, Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc.'s Compensation Committee approved equity awards for its named executive officers, including performance-based stock units and restricted stock unit awards.

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Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. KNX · NYSE
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The Compensation Committee also increased the base salary of Andrew Hess, the Chief Financial Officer, from $500,000 to $550,000, effective November 8, 2025. Additionally, the Company announced the retirement of Todd Carlson, the General Counsel and Secretary, effective January 1, 2026. On November 7, 2025, the Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per share of common stock, payable on December 22, 2025, to stockholders of record as of December 5, 2025.

Items reported

Item 5.02

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers

Executive Compensation Detail Key Executive Appointment
Item 8.01

Other Events

Dividend Announced

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About Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc.

Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. is a prominent player in the North American trucking and transportation industry. As a holding company, it operates through multiple segments including Trucking, Logistics, and Intermodal services, providing a comprehensive array of transportation solutions. The primary focus of Knight-Swift is to offer reliable and efficient freight movement services across various industries, optimizing supply chains and meeting the logistical needs of businesses. Notable features of the company include its vast fleet of trucks and trailers, advanced logistics technology, and commitment to safety and sustainability practices. The company facilitates a seamless flow of goods, thereby playing a pivotal role in the economy by supporting commerce and industry operations. Knight-Swift’s strategic acquisition approach has expanded its market presence, making it one of the largest trucking companies in the United States. Its operations are crucial in maintaining efficient transportation infrastructures, underscoring its significance in a dynamic and essential sector of the financial market.

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