Boots has appointed XPO Logistics as a long-term logistics partner to support its UK and Ireland supply chain operations, including growing e-commerce demand.
Under the agreement, XPO Logistics, which has been working with Boots since March 2024, will manage primary transport distribution of products from two Boots service centres: the company’s headquarters in Beeston, Nottingham, and another facility in Burton-on-Trent to cross-dock centres across the UK and Ireland.
The new logistics operation includes a dedicated workforce of 50 trunking drivers and 22 shunt drivers, supported by a fleet of 35 trunking vehicles and 10 shunt vehicles.
These two dedicated fleets will operate seven days a week, with one focused on scheduled distribution routes and the other supporting shunting activities at the Beeston and Burton sites.
Boots will also benefit from 23 dedicated XPO Logistics support staff.
Keiron Samways, director of warehousing – transport & distribution UK & ROI, Boots, said: “Our online operations continue to grow at pace as more customers choose to shop with us digitally. This long-term partnership with XPO Logistics strengthens our transport network across the UK and Ireland, giving us greater visibility, resilience and efficiency across our supply chain, supports our sustainability agenda and ensure we’re well positioned to support our customers today and in the future.”
Dan Myers, senior vice president, supply chain – Europe, XPO Logistics, added that initiatives focused on fleet optimisation and lower-emission transport are helping to reduce the environmental impact of deliveries. This collaborative approach supports Boots’ broader sustainability and customer experience goals.”
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