OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Werner
Enterprises (NASDAQ: WERN), a premier transportation and logistics
provider, was recently named the National Shippers Strategic
Transportation Council (NASSTRAC) Carrier of the Year in the National
Truckload category for the third year in a row, marking the sixth time
in seven years the company has received the award.
The prestigious, shipper-selected award recognizes carriers that
demonstrate excellence in performance and value. Werner received the
award for its superior customer service, outstanding business
relationships, competitive pricing, leadership in technology and
operational excellence.
“It’s truly an honor to be recognized by the shipping community and
awarded Carrier of the Year for the third year in a row,” said President
and Chief Operating Officer Derek Leathers. “This demonstrates our
commitment to be the leader in freight transportation innovation by
providing global transportation solutions tailored to meet our
customers’ unique needs.”
Werner accepted the award during the annual NASSTRAC Shippers Conference
and Transportation Expo April 24-27 in Orlando, Florida. NASSTRAC is a
trade association providing education, advocacy, connections and
solutions to shippers and carriers since 1952.
Werner Enterprises, Inc. was founded in 1956 and is a premier
transportation and logistics company, with coverage throughout North
America, Asia, Europe, South America, Africa and Australia. Werner
maintains its global headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska and maintains
offices in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China and Australia.
Werner is among the five largest truckload carriers in the United
States, with a diversified portfolio of transportation services that
includes dedicated van, temperature-controlled and flatbed;
medium-to-long-haul, regional and local van; and expedited services.
Werner's Value Added Services portfolio includes freight management,
truck brokerage, intermodal and international services. International
services are provided through Werner’s domestic and global subsidiary
companies and include ocean, air and ground transportation; freight
forwarding; and customs brokerage.
Werner Enterprises, Inc.’s common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global
Select MarketSM under the symbol “WERN”. For further
information about Werner, visit the company’s website at www.werner.com.
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