Werner Enterprises is facing better times now that the truckload market appears near equilibrium, says company President and CEO Derek Leathers. In this Talking Transports podcast, Leathers joins Lee Klaskow, Bloomberg Intelligence senior transportation & logistics analyst, to discuss peak season demand and what will drive spot and contract rates to inflect positively. In addition to cyclical trends, dedicated and cross-border demand will fuel organic earnings growth longer term. Leathers also talks about alternative routes to drive down emissions at Werner and the broader trucking market, given the current challenges associated with electric trucks. They also cover the driver market and inflationary pressures facing the transportation provider.

<p>Werner Enterprises is facing better times now that the truckload market appears near equilibrium, says company President and CEO Derek Leathers. In this Talking Transports podcast, Leathers joins Lee Klaskow, Bloomberg Intelligence senior transportation &amp; logistics analyst, to discuss peak season demand and what will drive spot and contract rates to inflect positively. In addition to cyclical trends, dedicated and cross-border demand will fuel organic earnings growth longer term. Leathers also talks about alternative routes to drive down emissions at Werner and the broader trucking market, given the current challenges associated with electric trucks. They also cover the driver market and inflationary pressures facing the transportation provider.</p>

Talking Transports by Bloomberg Intelligence features forwarding thinking conversations with analysts, executives and entrepreneurs that are shaping the future of the freight transportation industry. The focus will be on trucking, railroads, ocean and air freight markets and everything in between.

<p>Talking Transports by Bloomberg Intelligence features forwarding thinking conversations with analysts, executives and entrepreneurs that are shaping the future of the freight transportation industry. The focus will be on trucking, railroads, ocean and air freight markets and everything in between.</p>

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Werner on Better Trucking Conditions in 2024

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