Inbound Logistics | July 2023

SEKO LOGISTICS B uilt on nearly 50 years of logistics expertise, SEKO Logistics specializes in expecting the unexpected. With a client- first approach, local expertise at global scale, as well as configurable

WERNER

F or more than 65 years, Werner has helped a variety of customers, retailers, manufacturers, and businesses get their goods where they need to be.

James Gagne, CEO

Derek Leathers Chairman, President, & CEO

As an asset-backed 3PL with more than 14,000 associates across North America, Werner delivers innovative supply chain solutions to its customers and carriers. Werner o°ers a diverse portfolio of transportation and logistics solutions including truckload brokerage, freight management, power only, intermodal, and final mile. While leveraging its Werner DRIVE SM strategy as its blueprint for the future, the acquisitions of NEHDS Logistics in 2021 and ReedTMS Logistics in 2022 have further elevated its portfolio. Werner Logistics is passionate about continuing to invest in its customers and carriers to meet them where they are at. By utilizing the combination of people and technology, Werner delivers tailored solutions through an all-in-one digital platform, Werner Bridge, or a dedicated customer service representative. Werner also strengthened its durability by expanding its Power Only initiative to Werner PowerLink. Through PowerLink, carriers can grow their business, reduce costs, and haul consistent freight by leveraging Werner’s extensive drop and hook network of more than 30,000 trailers.

technology platforms, SEKO is committed to finding shipping solutions that turn clients’ supply chains into a competitive advantage. SEKO’s core ethos is providing hands-on support and expertise at the local level. SEKO takes the time to understand its clients’ unique business needs and provide a solution that delivers and ensures clients can maintain excellent relationships with their own customers. SEKO recognizes a true logistics partner is present where and when clients need and is a responsible steward of the people, planet, and communities in which it operates. For example, SEKO has taken advantage of its extensive logistics networks to deliver more than 140 shipments of 914 tons of aid, reaching 2.2 million people impacted by conflict, global health issues, and natural disasters since 2022. Additionally, SEKO recently established its first ESG goals and framework, named its first global head of sustainability, and launched its inaugural ESG report. One exciting client collaboration that SEKO is undertaking utilizes new technology to tackle an old problem—packing eciency. Working with a new partner, SEKO is reviewing packing configurations to make improvements that could save millions of metric tons of CO2 annually.

CLIENT ROSTER Dollar General The Home Depot Walmart

Innovative solutions. Superior service. Cutting-edge technology.

Exceptional coverage and service.

CLIENT ROSTER Beach House Group Beckman Coulter Canyon Bicycles Castore Sportswear Electronic Express Ember Jaguar Land Rover Lyre’s Spirit Co. MANSCAPED Reiss THG Thuma

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