Performance sportswear brand Castore teams with GXO to support its logistics operations globally

GXO Logistics has expanded its partnership with Castore, a performance sportswear brand, to operate warehousing and transportation in the UK, US and Europe. 

GXO has been providing logistics services to Castore’s business in the UK since April 2024, distributing teamwear to a variety of sporting teams and individuals, including Oracle Red Bull Racing, McLaren F1, Everton FC, the England Cricket teams, as well as Olympic silver medallist Adam Peaty. 

Following the launch of the UK operation, Castore is expanding its tie up with GXO which will work with it to provide logistics operations in the Netherlands with plans to expand to the US. 

Alongside teamwear, GXO distributes product to wholesale customers that sell team merchandise and sportswear, whilst also providing retail distribution to more than 20 Castore stores across Europe. Additionally, it is responsible for fulfilling and managing the transport of all e-commerce sales globally. 

“It is fantastic to partner with a like-minded and fast growing brand,” says Richard Cawston, Chief Revenue Officer at GXO. “We’re proud that Castore recognised our expertise in fashion and sportswear, trusting their logistics to us. We will bring our capabilities in warehousing and transport services to support its continuing growth.”

“Our flexible systems have already helped improve efficiencies and, with our transport capabilities, we can deliver seamless and streamlined fulfilment. It’s brilliant that our success in the UK has given us the opportunity to grow our partnership so Castore can access our global network as they grow in Europe and the US.”

Adrian Harris, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Castore, says: “As Castore continues its fast paced growth, we want to ensure we work with partners to support and strengthen our ambitions to be one of the world’s highest performance sportswear brands. We’re confident that GXO is the right logistics partner to manage our existing operations in the UK, and across our global network, with an experienced team and world class systems to meet our needs.” 

2024 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

Supply chain projects were a key focus area at the sixth edition of the RTIH Innovation Awards.

The awards celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

Our 2024 hall of fame entrants were revealed during an event which took place at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London on 21st November, and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by comedian Lucy Porter.

In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “The event is now into its sixth year and what a journey it has been. The awards started life as an online only affair during the Covid outbreak, before launching as a small scale in real life event and growing year on year to the point where we’re now selling out this fine, historic venue.”

He added: “Congratulations to all of our finalists. Many submissions did not make it through to the final stage, and getting to this point is no mean feat. Checkout-free stores, automated supply chains, immersive experiences, on-demand delivery, next generation loyalty offerings, inclusive retail, green technology. We’ve got all the cool stuff covered this evening.”

“But just importantly we’ve got lots of great examples of companies taking innovative tech and making it usable in everyday operations - resulting in more efficiency and profitability in all areas.”

Congratulations to our 2024 winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Lucy Porter, and all those who attended November's gathering.