XPO has become PepsiCo’s chosen core transport partner for England and Wales, operating across all four of its main UK distribution sites in Leicester, Lutterworth, Coventry, and Warrington.
Under the new partnership, XPO Logistics will deploy Mercedes-Benz eActros electric vehicles, converting more than 1 million road kilometres annually from diesel to battery electric.
The transition represents a reduction of over 1,200 tonnes of CO₂ emissions per year from PepsiCo’s transport operations.
At the heart of the initiative is XPO Logistics’ proprietary CO₂ Reporting Dashboard, a tool powered by AI-driven scenario modelling, live data analytics, and proactive planning insights.
The system enables PepsiCo to track, verify, and optimise carbon reduction strategies in real-time, while improving logistics efficiency and service to customers.
Dan Myers, XPO managing director, UK and Ireland, said: “Sustainability is in our DNA. We are proud to partner with PepsiCo on this journey, combining investment in electric mobility with advanced technology and operational excellence. Our shared ambition goes beyond compliance — it’s about transformation. I believe this is just the beginning of what we can achieve together.”
Heiko Selzam, Daimler Truck UK managing director, said: “We are very proud to strengthen our partnership further with XPO Logistics with this order of our award-winning eActros 600s for the PepsiCo partnership.
“This commitment underscores the recognition of both companies of the critical role these vehicles will play in achieving their sustainability goals. Following extensive collaboration, this order firmly establishes the eActros 600 as a leading solution in the electric truck market. We are looking forward to seeing these trucks operational from 1 August.”
Andrew Smethurst, PepsiCo UK logistics director, said, “XPO Logistics has shown itself to be the ideal partner to help advance our PepsiCo Positive ambition.
“From their industry-leading sustainability credentials to a strong safety culture and transparent operational model, their team has consistently delivered innovation and value.
“This new partnership will play a vital role in further reducing our logistics emissions as we move iconic products like Walkers crisps and Doritos to our customers across the UK.”
Pictured (left to right) James Venables, Daimler Truck UK head of future sustainability; Andrew Smethurst, PepsiCo logistics director; David Finnie, XPO Logistics director of operations, UK and Ireland.
