GXO Logistics, Daikin Industries announce opening of new Midlands warehouse

Daikin (DKILY) has announced the opening and commencement of outbound deliveries from its new Midlands warehouse in Daventry, in partnership with its logistics partner GXO (GXO), the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider. Located in the heart of the U.K. logistics “golden triangle” in the Midlands, Daikin, together with GXO, have jointly invested over GBP 4 million to consolidate their operations into one facility. “We’re delighted to support Daikin’s growth in the U.K.”, said Clare Davies, Managing Director of GXO Direct. “Our flexible, scalable GXO Direct shared warehousing helped support Daikin’s growth to the stage where they are ready to move to their own warehouse solution. This new dedicated facility provides them with the flexibility and space they need to continue their business growth. GXO Direct shared warehousing is particularly suited to helping companies, including those in the heating and ventilation sector, grow their operations in an efficient manner.”