GXO Extends Carrefour Logistics Deal in Belgium for Another Decade
Event summary
- GXO renewed its long-term logistics partnership with Carrefour for frozen supply chain operations in Belgium and Luxembourg.
- The agreement covers a 43,720-square-meter facility in Zellik, including 23,000 square meters of mezzanine space.
- GXO operates a fleet of 40 trucks to supply over 700 Carrefour stores across the region.
- The partnership spans nearly 50 years, making it one of GXO’s longest customer relationships in Belgium.
The big picture
This renewal underscores the critical role of specialized contract logistics providers in supporting large retailers with complex supply chain needs. As e-commerce and automation continue to reshape retail logistics, long-term partnerships like this one highlight the importance of operational reliability and technological integration. GXO’s ability to maintain such a relationship for nearly 50 years speaks to its deep expertise in high-volume, multi-temperature supply chains.
What we're watching
- Operational Efficiency
- How GXO’s advanced technology, including automated high-bay pallet storage and shuttle systems, will further optimize Carrefour’s frozen food supply chain.
- Strategic Dependence
- Whether the long-term nature of this partnership could create operational or financial risks if market conditions shift.
- Geographic Expansion
- The pace at which GXO can leverage this partnership to expand its logistics services into other European markets.