OMAHA, Neb., June 15, 2017 -- Werner Enterprises (NASDAQ:WERN), a premier transportation and logistics provider, was recently named a 2017 Top Green Provider by Food Logistics Magazine.
The annual list recognizes companies whose products, services and exemplary leadership successfully enhance sustainability within the food and beverage industry.
“Recognition as a Top Green Provider for five consecutive years is not only an honor, but also a positive indication that our sustainability initiatives align with our conservation goals,” said President and Chief Executive Officer Derek Leathers.
Werner has made significant contributions toward a cleaner, more energy efficient environment by conserving more than 180 million gallons of fuel since 2007 and reducing its carbon footprint by more than two million tons.
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. The Werner Logistics portfolio includes freight management, truck brokerage, intermodal, final mile 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.
Contact: Fred Thayer, Director of Corporate Communications Werner Enterprises, Inc. 402.895.6640 ext. 2065 [email protected]


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