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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) February 8, 2001
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LANDSTAR SYSTEM, INC.
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware 021238 06-1313069
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(State or other (Commission (IRS Employer
jurisdiction of File Number) Identification No.)
incorporation)
13410 Sutton Park Drive South, Jacksonville, Florida 32224
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(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code (904) 390-1234
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Not Applicable
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(Former name or former address, if changed since last report).
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ITEM 5. OTHER EVENTS.
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On February 8, 2001, the Company held a conference call to discuss its
2000 fiscal results and other current matters.
During the conference call, the Company indicated that it had become
aware that there have been market rumors recently concerning a possible
strategic transaction involving the Company. The Company stated that it was not
considering any strategic transaction at this time. The Company also noted that,
consistent with its longstanding policy, it did not intend to have any further
comments concerning any market rumors, and specifically disclaimed any duty to
update investors concerning any market rumors.
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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.
LANDSTAR SYSTEM, INC.
Date: February 8, 2001 /s/ Henry H. Gerkens
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Henry H. Gerkens
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer;
Principal Financial Officer
Date: February 8, 2001 /s/ Robert C. LaRose
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Robert C. LaRose
Vice President Finance and
Treasurer;
Principal Accounting Officer
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