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Hermann's rich history began in 1927, when Fred J. Hermann bought his first truck. We're proud to have remained family owned and family operated for the lifetime of our business. Looking into our past, we remember our many milestones and take pride in the integrity and value we've served our customers with over the years as we look forward to continued growth.
Fred J. Hermann and his wife Myrtle launch the Hermann Forwarding Company, hauling watermelons for The Great A&P Supermarket.
Hermann Forwarding Co. grows as a major forwarding service in the Northeast United States. The company provides dedicated carrier services for Union Carbide (Dow Chemical) and Johnson & Johnson, among others.
The company continues to grow and in 1946 Fred J. Hermann begins office as the mayor of North Brunswick, NJ. He goes on to be their longest-serving mayor for a total of 18 years.
Hermann applies with the FCC for radio service so drivers can communicate directly with terminals rather than having to stop to use a telephone. In 1959, Hermann starts construction of its South Brunswick facilities.
The sons of Fred J. and Myrtle Hermann, Richard W., Albert and Fred Hermann, rise to lead the company. They launch the Leasing and Warehouse divisions which inspire the concept of Total Distribution Service. By 1969, Hermann Services operates harmoniously as a family of companies.
A third generation continues the Hermann tradition. The sons of Richard W. Hermann, Richard J. "Dick" and Dennis W. Hermann, and the son of Albert "Ab" Hermann, William "Billy" Hermann, join the corporation. The expansion of the TDS business philosophy flourishes.
Dennis W. and Richard J. Hermann step into management roles and broaden the expansion of Hermann Services. The Leasing division grows their dedicated fleet operation and Warehousing sees a significant square footage expansion.
At the request of customer Union Carbide (Dow Chemical), Hermann expands into the Houston, TX market with warehousing and transportation offerings. All Hermann divisions expand in fleet size and warehousing space. Hermann Packaging expands operations with the addition of rail car and hopper truck services.
Hermann Transportation acquires energy efficient fleet of tractors and gains EPA SmartWayTM affiliate status and adds Qualcomm Fleet Management.
Fourth generation, Richard F. "Rich" Hermann, son of Richard J., is named President of Hermann Leasing. Continuing the Capra family's legacy and dedication to Hermann Services, Chuck Capra is promoted to President of Hermann Warehousing. Hermann Logistics steadily grows and extends reach throughout the entire nation, Mexico, and Canada.
Every generation of Hermann management has been forward-looking, striving to provide ever-higher levels of service to our customers-because it's literally in our DNA.
Even though we have seen great growth over the years, a big part of what keeps us grounded and proud of our business is the fact that you, our customer, can still pick up the phone and speak to Richard, Dennis, Jeff, Rich, or Bryan Hermann-or another expert member of the best team in the business. Either way, there's no comparison when it comes to the personal service and value you get with us.
Beyond the Hermann name, our family includes all of our hard-working, committed employees and associates. We're proud to create an atmosphere that fosters an attitude of ownership in the business. The long tenures of employment, and the families that send their next generations to work with us, are a testament to the values we uphold together.
Along with our loyal employees, Hermann family members have always been directly involved in the management of the company, and we strive to personally assure you that we keep the promises we make. Business is a lot more personal to us-and that means you get a higher level of service.
We're proud to have remained family owned and family operated for the lifetime of our business. Looking into our past, we remember our many milestones and take pride in the integrity and value we've served our customers with over the years as we look forward to continued growth.
