Werner ® Celebrates 70th Anniversary and Seven Decades of Industry Leadership
OMAHA, Neb.--( BUSINESS WIRE)-- Werner Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: WERN), a premier transportation and logistics provider, is proud to celebrate its 70th anniversary in 2026. Founded in 1956 by CL Werner with just a single truck, the company enters its seventh decade as a North American industry powerhouse.
For more than seven decades, Werner has transformed into one of the largest and most diversified transportation and logistics companies in North America. Today, the company serves as the “Human Link” in the global supply chain, offering a comprehensive suite of multi-modal solutions including Dedicated Private Fleet, One-Way Truckload, Brokerage, Mexico, Intermodal, Final Mile and more.
“From a single vision to an industry leader, the story of Werner is one built on real resilience,” said Werner’s Chairman and CEO, Derek Leathers. “Seventy years is an incredible landmark and a true testament to the vision and hard work of the entire Werner team. We aren't just celebrating our history; we are honoring our customers and the more than 12,000 combined associates and drivers who continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in transportation and logistics.”
Safety has remained Werner’s North Star since its inception. This safety-first culture has resulted in nearly 2,400 Werner drivers achieving one million or more accident-free miles over the company’s existence, including an elite group who have surpassed four and five million accident-free miles. Beyond the road, Werner’s commitment to safety extends to its leadership in human trafficking prevention, leveraging its scale to train associates, drivers and work with its customers to recognize and report exploitation to drive change for the greater good.
Throughout the year, Werner will highlight the strategic pillars and leadership that have defined its industry-leading impact:
“Our people are our strength, and our customers are our purpose. These partnerships are the engine that drives our continued growth,” said Werner’s President and Chief Legal Officer, Nathan Meisgeier. “Whether a customer has been with us for several decades or has recently joined us, the trust they place in Werner to safely and reliably deliver their freight is something we deeply value.”
Throughout 2026, Werner will celebrate its anniversary through seven anniversary themes: Purpose, People, Service, Safety, Innovation, Community and Future. For more information about Werner’s 70-year history and the #Werner70Strong celebration, visit www.werner.com.
About Werner Enterprises
Werner Enterprises, Inc. delivers superior truckload transportation and logistics services to customers across the United States, Mexico and Canada. With 2025 revenues of nearly $3.0 billion, a modern truck and trailer fleet, more than 12,000 talented associates and our innovative Werner EDGE® technology, we are an essential solutions provider for customers who value the integrity of their supply chain and require safe and exceptional on-time service. Werner® provides Dedicated and One-Way Truckload services as well as Logistics services that include truckload brokerage, freight management, intermodal and final mile. Werner embraces inclusion as a core value and manages key risks and opportunities through a balanced sustainability strategy.