OMAHA, Neb., Sept. 13, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Werner Enterprises (NASDAQ:WERN), a premier transportation and logistics provider, is honored to be named a 2017 SmartWay High Performer in six categories by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

“Recognition as a SmartWay High Performer is not only an honor, but also a positive indication that our initiatives continue to align with our conservation goals,” said President and Chief Executive Officer Derek Leathers.

Werner received recognition as an EPA SmartWay High Performer in the Complete, Intermodal, Dedicated, Reefer, Flatbed and Van One-Way categories.

The EPA SmartWay High Performers list recognizes SmartWay Transport Partners that lead the freight industry in producing more efficient, productive and sustainable supply chain transportation solutions. The complete list of all 2017 EPA SmartWay High Performers is available on the SmartWay website.

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; medium-to-long-haul, regional and expedited van; and temperature-controlled. The Werner Logistics portfolio includes truck brokerage, freight management, intermodal, international and final mile 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]