XPO Logistics expands partnership with ASOS PLC for logistics in UK

XPO Logistics, Inc. (NYSEMKT:XPO) announced a contract with ASOS PLC (LON:ASC) to manage a new fulfilment centre in Lichfield, England.

The 437,000 square foot distribution centre at Fradley Park is expected to commence operations in August 2021, creating about 2,000 new jobs over the next three years.

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The new contract expands XPO’s eight-year relationship with the fashion retailer, which has also renewed XPO’s long-term contract to manage the existing flagship fulfilment centre in Barnsley, England.

The provider of transport and logistics solutions also manages a UK returns site for ASOS in Doncaster.

“These two, new multi-year agreements with ASOS are a testament to the dedication of our team and the cutting-edge expertise we have showcased at the Barnsley facility over the last eight years,” said Gavin Williams, managing director for the UK and Ireland supply chain at XPO Logistics in a release.

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