XPO Logistics expands global supply chain support for sealed air


XPO Logistics has announced that is has expanded its global supply chain support for Sealed Air Corporation with the launch of an integrated warehousing and logistics management programme in North America.

Sealed Air is a leader in food safety and security, facility hygiene, and product protection. XPO’s new operation supports four Sealed Air product lines – Diversey, Cryovac, Instapack and Taski – at a 550,000 sq ft warehouse in Wisconsin, United States. The facility will serve Sealed Air’s customers worldwide with inventory management, light assembly, kitting, labeling, fulfillment and distribution of orders.

Emile Chammas, Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer for Sealed Air, said, “We selected XPO Logistics for this critical role in our supply chain based on the strength of its global experience and ability to continuously improve logistics processes. Sealed Air looks forward to innovating with the XPO team to increase operational efficiency and ensure the highest level of service for our customers.”

XPO already provides Sealed Air with technology-enabled logistics, warehousing and transportation management services in Europe, and with intermodal and less-than-truckload transportation in North America. The new contract represents a significant expansion of the relationship between the two companies.

Source: XPO Logistics