Boots, the UK’s leading health, beauty, and wellness retailer, has entered a long-term logistics partnership with XPO Logistics to strengthen its supply chain and boost operational efficiency. The collaboration will integrate Boots’ supply chain, leverage new technologies for improved customer visibility, and drive sustainable efficiencies.

Since March 2024, XPO has been managing primary transport distribution from Boots’ two UK Service Centres: the 279-acre site at Beeston, Nottingham, and a second facility in Burton-on-Trent. The operation distributes products from these hubs to Boots Cross Dock Centres across the UK and Ireland.

The partnership includes 23 dedicated XPO support staff and two operational fleets—one for scheduled product distribution and another for shunting at both sites. In total, the operation comprises 50 trunking drivers with 35 vehicles and 22 shunt drivers with 10 vehicles, operating seven days a week.

Dan Myers, Senior Vice President, Supply Chain – Europe, XPO Logistics, said: “Our partnership with Boots is built on a shared commitment to continually improving the supply chain that supports their customers. We’re combining operational expertise with increased digital visibility to enhance service reliability and make the network more responsive and efficient. 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.”

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.”

Boots will also benefit from XPO’s track-and-trace technology and award-winning carbon footprint monitoring system, providing better operational visibility and supporting sustainability goals.