Werner Enterprises, a premier global transportation and logistics company, has received the 2009 NASSTRAC Carrier of the Year award in the national truckload category.

Werner Enterprises was recognized by the shipping community for demonstrating excellence in performance and results. Specifically, the company received the award for having superior customer service, operational excellence, pricing competitiveness and flexibility, positive business relationships and leadership in technology.

"We are very honored to receive this award," said Derek Leathers, chief operating officer and president of Werner Global Logistics. "It further demonstrates our commitment to delivering best-in-class global transportation and logistics solutions for our customers."

Werner Enterprises will accept the award at the 2009 NASSTRAC Annual Conference and Logistics Expo, where Derek Leathers will also participate in an executive panel highlighting key challenges and opportunities in the multimodal transportation segments. NASSTRAC, also known as the National Shippers Strategic Transportation Council, is an organization for transportation professionals that provides advocacy, education, provider relationships and peer networking. Click here for more.