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XPO, Inc. reports news centered on asset-based less-than-truckload freight transportation, with emphasis on its North American LTL network, pricing, shipment trends, tonnage, operating ratio and service performance. Company updates also cover quarterly earnings, adjusted profitability measures, customer-focused freight operations and the use of proprietary technology and AI to manage linehaul, dock, pickup and delivery activity.
Recurring XPO announcements include preliminary LTL operating metrics, earnings conference calls, investor presentation materials, safety and trucking-industry recognition, and community or workforce initiatives tied to its freight transportation business in North America and Europe.
XPO Logistics opened a new 150,000-square-foot less-than-truckload (LTL) service center in Chicago Heights, which includes 264 dock doors to enhance operational capacity. The facility is anticipated to improve customer service across the LTL network and bolster the local economy, creating over 200 jobs. Key features include a focus on employee satisfaction with competitive benefits, a strong safety record, and a commitment to continuous improvement. XPO is a top-three LTL provider in North America with 291 centers nationwide.
XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO) will support five Susan G. Komen 3-Day fundraising walks, resuming in November 2021 after COVID-19 disruptions. The events will take place in San Diego (Nov 19-21), New England (Aug 26-28, 2022), Chicago (Sep 16-18, 2022), Dallas/Fort Worth (Nov 4-6, 2022), and San Diego again (Nov 18-20, 2022). XPO will also provide storage for Komen supplies and donate proceeds from co-branded merchandise in October to the organization. Josephine Berisha, XPO's CHRO, expressed pride in collaborating with Komen, emphasizing its importance to employees.
XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO) will host its third quarter conference call on November 3, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. ET, following the release of its results after market close on November 2.
Call-in information includes a toll-free line for the US/Canada at 1-877-269-7756, with international callers using +1-201-689-7817. A live webcast will be available at www.xpo.com/investors. The replay will be accessible until December 3, 2021, via the same toll-free numbers.
XPO Logistics has appointed Christine Robinne as the head of its technology organization and digital strategy in Europe. Reporting to Luis Gomez and Mario Harik, Robinne aims to enhance XPO's digital freight management capabilities. She joins from Heineken International, where she led digital transformation initiatives. XPO's technology focuses on diverse supply chains, having received recognition as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune. This leadership change is anticipated to strengthen XPO’s innovation and customer service in the competitive logistics sector.
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XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO) announced a partnership with Hiring our Heroes, a program aimed at placing veterans and military spouses in civilian jobs. The inaugural fellowship class completed a 12-week training program, resulting in three veterans starting full-time positions at XPO. Chief Human Resources Officer Josephine Berisha emphasized the company’s commitment to diversity and the value that veterans bring to the organization. XPO has been recognized with a bronze designation on the 2021 Military Friendly Employers list, enhancing its reputation in veteran recruitment.
XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO), a leading global freight transportation provider, has been recognized with top marks for less-than-truckload (LTL) value and customer service in the 2021 Quest for Quality Awards by Logistics Management magazine. XPO earned accolades in three categories: national LTL carrier, managed transportation solutions provider, and airfreight forwarder. Drew Wilkerson, XPO's president of North American transportation, emphasized the importance of customer satisfaction, viewing this award as a vote of confidence from their clients.
XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO) announced a significant milestone for its XPO Connect digital freight marketplace, with over 500,000 downloads of its Drive XPO mobile app for truck drivers, more than triple the downloads from the previous year. This app enhances interaction between drivers and shippers, leveraging digital brokerage capabilities. Drew Wilkerson, president of North American transportation, emphasized that XPO Connect improves visibility and business intelligence in load management, optimizing the company's truckload capacity.
XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO) has recognized seven drivers from its less-than-truckload (LTL) division for surpassing three million accident-free miles in 2021. This achievement is part of the company’s safety initiative, Road to Zero, promoting a culture of safety among its employees. In total, 133 drivers were honored, with 27 reaching two million and 99 achieving one million accident-free miles. These drivers collectively drove 174 million accident-free miles. XPO continues to invest in technology and training to enhance safety and efficiency across its operations.
On August 2, 2021, GXO Logistics (NYSE: GXO) announced the appointment of Jason Papastavrou, Ph.D., to its board of directors following the company’s spin-off from XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO). Dr. Papastavrou, previously part of XPO's board, is the founder and chief investment officer of ARIS Capital Management and has extensive experience in the financial sector. With 94,000 team members, GXO is the largest pure-play contract logistics provider, holding only 5% of the $430 billion addressable logistics market in Europe and North America.