GXO has announced a new transport delivery agreement with Matalan, the fashion and homeware value retailer, to manage its transport delivery operations in the UK and Ireland.

The three-year agreement will see GXO provide transport delivery operations for over 200 Matalan stores across high streets and retail parks in the UK and Ireland. GXO aims to drive efficiencies across Matalan's supply chain and ensure a seamless shopping experience for customers.

Richard Ball, Director of Shared Transport networks at GXO, said: "We're delighted to be chosen by Matalan to provide transport services, including up-stream and final mile deliveries.

By partnering with us for their transport operations, we'll be able to provide Matalan with best-in-class expertise and technical solutions freeing them to focus on creating amazing fashion and home products for their customers."

GXO will make over 550 deliveries to Matalan's stores each week, utilising 100 drivers across a fleet of 55 HGVs and 110 trailers. The drivers will receive special training on GXO's core values, with a focus on safety and eco-driving techniques to reduce emissions.

Phil Hackney, Matalan's Chief Supply Officer, commented: "We're committed to going above and beyond for our Matalan customers, and in order to do that we need a strong transport network and smooth supply chain operations.

“As a proud omnichannel retailer, we're excited to leverage GXO's technology and supply chain expertise to ensure that we're offering our customers a wide range of stylish products and a hassle free-shopping experience every time they visit us in-store."