Bart Beeks joins GXO Logistics as new COO
GXO Logistics, the world's premier pure-play contract logistics provider, has announced a significant strategic appointment with Bart Beeks stepping into the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Effective January 2, 2026, Mr. Beeks will assume responsibility for steering the company's global operational excellence agenda, reporting directly to CEO Patrick Kelleher. This move signals GXO's continued commitment to strengthening its leadership and enhancing its service offerings across its vast international network.
Driving efficiency and growth in global logistics
Bart Beeks brings a wealth of experience to GXO, joining from CEVA Logistics where he served as COO, overseeing operations across more than 170 countries. His distinguished career is marked by a profound understanding of operational management, a proven track record in improving profit margins, and driving significant revenue growth. This expertise will be crucial in further optimizing GXO’s extensive operations, ensuring even greater efficiency, reliability, and innovation for businesses relying on their logistics solutions. His focus on operational excellence is directly beneficial for companies seeking streamlined and cost-effective warehouse and distribution services.
Leveraging GXO's expansive network for your business
As the largest global pure-play contract logistics provider, GXO Logistics offers unparalleled scale and capability. With approximately 150,000 employees operating across more than 1,000 sites, GXO manages over 18.5 million square meters of logistics surface worldwide. This immense infrastructure means that businesses, from small enterprises to large corporations, have access to a diverse portfolio of warehouse space and integrated supply chain solutions. Beeks' appointment is expected to further harmonize and elevate the performance of this vast network, ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery across all locations and offering enhanced flexibility and scalability for your storage and distribution needs.
Enhanced logistics solutions for future-proofed operations
The addition of Bart Beeks to GXO's executive team underscores the company's dedication to innovation and operational superiority. For businesses seeking reliable, efficient, and technologically advanced warehouse space or comprehensive logistics management, this leadership reinforcement at GXO is a clear indicator of sustained excellence. Companies can anticipate even more optimized supply chain strategies, improved operational workflows, and access to state-of-the-art facilities that are crucial for navigating today's complex global market. Partnering with a leader like GXO, now with even stronger operational leadership, provides a distinct advantage in future-proofing your business's logistical operations.
Source: transportmedia.be
