GXO Logistics will become fashion and homeware retailer Matalan’s transport partner, the logistics company now responsible for more than 550 weekly deliveries to 200 stores across the UK and Ireland.
The new three-year transport delivery agreement will be delivered by 100 GXO drivers across a fleet of 55 HGVs and 110 trailers, the partnership seeking to improve supply chain efficiency.
GXO drivers will be specially trained in the company’s core values, prioritising safety and focusing on eco driving techniques that help reduce emissions and make for a cleaner transport function.
Director of shared transport networks at GXO, Richard Ball, said: “We’re delighted to be chosen by Matalan to provide transport services, including upstream and final mile deliveries.
“By partnering with us for their transport operations, we’ll be able to provide Matalan with best-in-class expertise and technical solutions freeing them to focus on creating amazing fashion and home products for their customers.
“Our priority is to help further streamline the supply chain and drive efficiencies in the operation and we’re excited with some of the plans we already have in place to bring innovative solutions to help Matalan’s growth.
“Utilising our vast experience and transport network, we can remove any unnecessary miles whilst regularly delivering to Matalan stores, utilising our shared transport network.”
