Toolstation Selects GXO as its Logistics Partner in the Netherlands
GXO Logistics (GXO) has secured a new partnership with Toolstation to manage its logistics operations in the Netherlands, marking Toolstation's first outsourcing venture in the country. GXO will operate two warehouses in Bleiswijk, spanning over 30,000 square meters and managing more than 15,000 SKUs. The partnership includes the transfer of 100+ Toolstation employees to GXO.
GXO plans to implement technological enhancements, including handheld scanners and an automated carton builder, to improve operations and speed up fulfillment. The company currently operates 43 sites across 9 countries in Europe, serving Home & DIY companies with omnichannel fulfillment and returns services.
GXO Logistics (GXO) ha stretto una nuova partnership con Toolstation per gestire le operazioni logistiche nei Paesi Bassi, segnando la prima esternalizzazione di Toolstation nel paese. GXO gestirà due magazzini a Bleiswijk, con una superficie complessiva di oltre 30.000 metri quadrati e più di 15.000 SKU. La collaborazione prevede il trasferimento di oltre 100 dipendenti di Toolstation a GXO.
GXO intende introdurre miglioramenti tecnologici, tra cui scanner portatili e un sistema automatizzato per la costruzione di scatole, per ottimizzare le operazioni e accelerare le spedizioni. Attualmente, l'azienda gestisce 43 siti in 9 paesi europei, offrendo servizi di fulfillment omnicanale e gestione resi per aziende del settore Home & DIY.
GXO Logistics (GXO) ha asegurado una nueva colaboración con Toolstation para gestionar sus operaciones logísticas en los Países Bajos, marcando la primera externalización de Toolstation en el país. GXO operará dos almacenes en Bleiswijk, que abarcan más de 30,000 metros cuadrados y gestionan más de 15,000 SKU. La asociación incluye la transferencia de más de 100 empleados de Toolstation a GXO.
GXO planea implementar mejoras tecnológicas, como escáneres portátiles y un sistema automatizado para construir cajas, para optimizar las operaciones y acelerar el cumplimiento. Actualmente, la compañía opera en 43 sitios en 9 países de Europa, brindando servicios de cumplimiento omnicanal y gestión de devoluciones para empresas del sector Hogar y Bricolaje.
GXO 물류(GXO)는 네덜란드에서 물류 운영을 관리하기 위해 툴스테이션(Toolstation)과 새로운 파트너십을 체결했으며, 이는 툴스테이션의 첫 해외 아웃소싱 사례입니다. GXO는 블레이스위크에 위치한 두 개의 창고를 운영하며, 총 면적은 30,000제곱미터 이상이고 15,000개 이상의 SKU를 관리합니다. 이번 파트너십에는 100명 이상의 툴스테이션 직원이 GXO로 이전하는 내용도 포함됩니다.
GXO는 핸드헬드 스캐너와 자동 상자 조립기 등 기술적 개선을 도입해 운영 효율성과 주문 처리 속도를 높일 계획입니다. 현재 이 회사는 유럽 9개국에 걸쳐 43개 지점을 운영하며 홈&DIY 기업에 옴니채널 주문 처리 및 반품 서비스를 제공하고 있습니다.
GXO Logistics (GXO) a conclu un nouveau partenariat avec Toolstation pour gérer ses opérations logistiques aux Pays-Bas, marquant la première externalisation de Toolstation dans le pays. GXO exploitera deux entrepôts à Bleiswijk, couvrant plus de 30 000 mètres carrés et gérant plus de 15 000 références (SKU). Ce partenariat inclut le transfert de plus de 100 employés de Toolstation vers GXO.
GXO prévoit de mettre en place des améliorations technologiques, notamment des scanners portables et un assembleur de cartons automatisé, afin d'améliorer les opérations et d'accélérer la préparation des commandes. L'entreprise exploite actuellement 43 sites dans 9 pays en Europe, offrant des services de fulfillment omnicanal et de gestion des retours pour les entreprises du secteur Maison & Bricolage.
GXO Logistics (GXO) hat eine neue Partnerschaft mit Toolstation geschlossen, um die Logistikoperationen in den Niederlanden zu übernehmen. Dies markiert Toolstations erste Auslagerung in diesem Land. GXO wird zwei Lagerhäuser in Bleiswijk betreiben, die zusammen über 30.000 Quadratmeter umfassen und mehr als 15.000 SKUs verwalten. Die Partnerschaft beinhaltet die Übernahme von über 100 Toolstation-Mitarbeitern durch GXO.
GXO plant technologische Verbesserungen wie Handscanner und einen automatisierten Kartonbauer einzuführen, um die Abläufe zu optimieren und die Auftragsabwicklung zu beschleunigen. Das Unternehmen betreibt derzeit 43 Standorte in 9 europäischen Ländern und bietet Home & DIY-Unternehmen Omnichannel-Fulfillment und Retourenservices an.
- Expansion of GXO's European presence with a new strategic partnership
- Integration of 100+ new employees and management of 30,000+ square meters of warehouse space
- Implementation of automation technology to enhance operational efficiency
- Strengthening of GXO's position in the growing Home & DIY sector
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Insights
GXO expands in Netherlands with Toolstation partnership, taking over 30,000sqm logistics operations and 100+ staff, strengthening Home & DIY sector presence.
This new partnership between GXO Logistics and Toolstation represents a strategic win in GXO's European expansion strategy. As Toolstation's first-ever outsourcing arrangement in the Netherlands, this deal demonstrates GXO's ability to convince retailers to transition from in-house logistics to specialized management – a significant business development achievement.
The operational scope is substantial, encompassing two warehouses totaling 30,000+ square meters in Bleiswijk, management of 15,000 SKUs, and the transfer of over 100 employees. This signals a comprehensive logistics takeover rather than a limited service agreement, indicating Toolstation's high confidence in GXO's capabilities.
GXO's implementation of handheld scanners and automated carton building technology aligns with standard efficiency-driving measures in modern logistics operations. While not revolutionary technology, these proven solutions should deliver meaningful operational improvements to support Toolstation's growth objectives.
The timing of this partnership appears strategically aligned with Toolstation's European expansion, as the press release identifies them as "one of the fastest growing businesses in Europe." This positions GXO to benefit from that growth trajectory while allowing Toolstation to focus on its core retail competencies.
This deal further solidifies GXO's position in the valuable Home & DIY sector, complementing their existing operations across 43 sites in 9 European countries. Such sector specialization typically enhances operational efficiency through shared best practices and potentially strengthens GXO's ability to win similar contracts in this vertical.
Toolstation outsources its logistics operations in the Netherlands for the first time
EINDHOVEN, The Netherlands, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc., the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced a new partnership in the Netherlands with Toolstation, a leading supplier of building supplies and tools for professionals and serious DIY customers, and one of the fastest growing businesses in Europe. The agreement marks Toolstation’s first outsourcing partnership in the Netherlands and highlights GXO’s ability to seamlessly transition and scale logistics operations for customers.
“We are delighted Toolstation has entrusted GXO with management of its logistics operations in the Netherlands,” said Willem Veekens, GXO’s Managing Director for Belgium, the Netherlands and the Nordics. “Our expertise and significant presence in the region will enable us to deploy both tech and talent to drive efficiency, quality and most importantly, customer satisfaction.”
GXO welcomes 100+ Toolstation colleagues to two existing warehouses totalling over 30,000-square-meters in Bleiswijk, which house over 15,000 SKUs and support the brand’s growing customer base. GXO will deploy technologies such as handheld scanners and an automated carton builder to enhance operations and accelerate fulfilment and delivery times for consumers.
Darrin Murray, Managing Director, Toolstation Benelux said, “We chose GXO as our logistics partner because this is the moment in our business growth cycle to focus on our core activities and invest in a long-term logistics partner that knows how to execute. Their proven expertise, innovative approach, and ability to support our growth ambitions make them a perfect fit. Together with GXO, we’re building a future-ready supply chain.”
Across Europe, GXO is the trusted pure-play logistics partner for Home & DIY companies providing omnichannel fulfillment and returns, including fast and reliable delivery across brick-and-mortar, ecommerce and direct-to-consumer supply chains and big and bulky goods handling at 43 sites in 9 countries.
About GXO
GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO) is the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider and is benefiting from the rapid growth of ecommerce, automation and outsourcing. GXO is committed to providing an inclusive, world-class workplace for more than 150,000 team members across more than 1,000 facilities totaling approximately 200 million square feet. The company partners with the world’s leading blue-chip companies to solve complex logistics challenges with technologically advanced supply chain and ecommerce solutions, at scale and with speed. GXO corporate headquarters is in Greenwich, Connecticut, USA. Visit GXO.com for more information and connect with GXO on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
About Toolstation
The omni-channel concept of Toolstation allows the customers to order through the webshop, in one of the branches or through the app. Toolstation offers much more than just tools and accessories: electrical products, plumbing, screws, sealants, workwear and many professional brands are part of the extensive assortment. The full range of 15,000+ products is in stock in all 100+ branches in the Netherlands and Belgium - to help customers as quickly as possible. Toolstation exists since 2006 and works with an expert team with one focus: the best price, everything in stock and good and fast service.
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