ROCHESTER, Pa., Sept. 22, 2003- Pittsburgh Logistics Systems Inc. (PLS) today announced it has formed a cooperative alliance with Northrop Grumman Information Technology to develop supply chain solutions for the metals industry. The focus of the initiative is to enhance Northrop Grumman Mission System's EDITS, Steel Partner and OpenTrac metals supply chain tools by developing a seamless interface to the logistics managements services and technology of PLS.

Solutions developed through this alliance will help customers in the metals industry track the flow of inventory through outside processors, fulfill customer orders and meet delivery requirements through one information system. We are very excited about the opportunity to develop this type of technology with "a partner like Northrop Grumman," commented Gregg A. Troian, President and Chief Executive Officer of Pittsburgh Logistics Systems. "The tools that will be created will enhance visibility, control and the physical delivery of material for the many metals suppliers that use outside processors, third-party warehouses or other supply chain intermediaries."

"We have been searching for a logistics partner to enhance the value of our products and services and found Pittsburgh Logistics Systems, a premier logistics provider in the metals industry," said Gary Marzec, Director of Industrial Operations for Northrop Grumman Mission Systems. "Our partnership complements a Web-based design, which is ideal for metal companies striving to substantially reduce costs, increase productivity and improve service value to their customers."

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, based in Reston, Va., is a global integrator of complex, mission-enabling systems and services for defense, intelligence, civil government and commercial markets. The Industrial Operation business is focused on the metals, automotive and heavy manufacturing industry. For more information, please contact Tom Scala at 724-873-5500

Pittsburgh Logistics Systems, Inc. delivers global logistics solutions to the metals, lumber, and building materials industries. For more information, please contact Jacque Morrow at 724-709-9000 ext. 2155.