XPO, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe, is entering a team of 10 colleagues to participate in the Big Logistics Diversity Challenge taking place at Newark Showground in Nottinghamshire on Thursday, 20 June.  
 
This is the fourth year in a row that the company has participated in the high-energy event, which brings together teams from logistics companies to participate in mental and physical team-building events in support of inclusion and diversity. Towards the end of the day, teams with the highest scores will be presented with awards. 
 
Lynn Brown, vice president, human resources – UK and Ireland, XPO Logistics, said: “We are thrilled to be sending a team to the Big Logistics Diversity Challenge once again this year. Embracing diversity of all types is a major part of our company’s ethos, reflecting our belief that truly remarkable things can be achieved when we leverage the diversity of our colleagues. The Big Logistics Diversity Challenge shows in very practical ways that the secret to success in organizations is teamwork, with diverse talents working together. We are delighted to be sponsoring and participating in this unique event.” 
 
XPO Logistics runs several essential diversity initiatives, including its neurodiversity programme, which operates across the UK and Ireland. The neurodiversity training explores neurodiverse experiences as well as legal and ethical considerations, and how to create neuro-inclusive environments. The company also supports women pursuing careers in logistics through initiatives such as the Female Driver Academy, encourages veterans to enter the logistics field, and supports Pride.  
 
XPO actively encourages wide-ranging discussions to inform and educate colleagues on topics as varied as menopause awareness and maternity benefits amplifying the voices of all workforce members, including women, veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. The company also maintains an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Scorecard to provide structure, evaluation and management of ESG initiatives.

XPO Logistics is a leading innovative supply chain company in Europe, offering end-to-end logistics solutions that combine full-truckload, less-than-truckload, pallet distribution, last-mile delivery, global freight forwarding, and warehousing services. The company tailors its solutions to the specific needs of its customers in a wide range of industrial and consumer sectors.