XPO has been selected as the preferred logistics partner for construction products supplier Soprema Group.
The long-term partnership will see XPO Logistics manage the UK distribution requirements for the Soprema group’s brands, including Soprema, Celotex, YBS Insulation and Chesterfelt.
The Soprema Group’s five operating locations in Witham, Hadleigh, Eggborough, Worksop, and Chesterfield will all be supported by a mixture of core fleet, haulier partners, and pallet network activity provided by XPO. A core fleet of 23 trucks and 47 trailers will all be in the Soprema Group’s livery.
XPO Logistics will streamline the movement of construction materials, ranging from mechanical off-loads and full truckloads to groupage and pallet network shipments.
XPO Logistics will serve as a ‘one-stop shop’ for the Soprema Group’s UK distribution needs, managing logistics across all its brands.
XPO said a key factor in securing the partnership was the company’s IT systems, which it said “ align with Soprema’s commitment to enhancing customer experience and reducing CO2 emissions throughout its operations.”
XPO Logistics is also developing a sustainability plan to transition its core fleet for Soprema Group to HVO fuel in 2025.
XPO’s technology specialists will also deliver a CO2 dashboard as part of its IT solution, supporting Soprema’s environmental goals.
Dan Myers, XPO Logistics MD, UK and Ireland, said: “The Soprema Group and XPO Logistics have a shared aim to drive measurable improvement across all aspects of operations.
“Working together, I am confident that our teams will create a high-performing partnership that delivers for all Soprema’s stakeholders over the short and long term.”
Michelle Mahoney, Soprema Group UK supply chain director, said: “We are delighted to be working with a partner as efficient, capable and technically proficient as XPO Logistics.
“XPO is the right partner to drive the customer experience. Given XPO’s experience and expertise in this sector and CO2 emission reduction, we know we have the best partner to move our business forward in the coming years.”
