XPO GLOBAL FORWARDING LYON
XPO GLOBAL FORWARDING FRANCE operates as part of a broad European logistics network, delivering end-to-end supply chain solutions across intercontinental air and ocean freight channels, complemented by value-added logistics and dedicated supply chain services. With a presence across multiple stations in France, including Lyon, the group emphasizes a robust service architecture that integrates transportation management, regulatory compliance, and industry-specific expertise. The Lyon facility forms part of a wider national network that includes major hubs at Paris Roissy CDG and additional stations in Lille, Nantes, Strasbourg, Toulouse, and Marseille, underscoring the company’s capability to manage cross-border flows and regional distribution.
The organization maintains certifications relevant to international trade and freight operations, including Authorized Economic Operator status and an ISO 9001:2015-aligned quality management system validated by Lloyd’s. Staff training covers good distribution practices as well as IATA and IMDG dangerous goods regulations, reflecting a disciplined approach to handling sensitive and hazardous shipments. Sector-specific competencies span Aviation & Aerospace, Chemicals, Automotive, Consumer Goods & Retail, Fashion, Pharma and Healthcare, Industry & Engineering, Luxury Goods, and Perfumes & Cosmetics, among others. This sectoral focus is supported by a network of local specialists at each station, enabling tailored solutions across the value chain.
In terms of service lines, the company emphasizes Airfreight operations with direct service options, daily consolidations, and door-to-door capabilities that include palletization, orders management, quality control, and packaging. The offering also covers full charters or partial charters and dedicated management of dangerous goods and perishable shipments under controlled temperatures, as well as out-of-gauge cargo handling and time-critical services such as On Board Carrier (OBC) and AOG support.
Ocean freight operations are described as supported by a seven-station presence in France dedicated to seafreight handling, along with an NVOCC status. The chemicals sector is highlighted, with ownership of a fleet of isotank containers to support specialized tanker movements. Services include full container loads (FCL/FCL), consolidated shipments (LCL/LCL), and break-bulk options, plus customs brokerage and dedicated isotank services (MEGC, top-only, small-capacity, container fleet management).
Additionally, the company offers dedicated road freight service to Ukraine, Russia, the CIS, and other Stan countries, with multilingual capabilities at two stations to support cross-border efficiency. Core road freight services include full truckload and less-than-truckload movements between major European cities, with consolidation options to Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, Kaliningrad, and other Stan countries. This diversified portfolio positions XPO Global Forwarding Lyon to coordinate multi-modal shipments from road, air, and sea channels while addressing regulatory requirements, transit times, and cargo-specific considerations.
The website content highlights scalable logistics tools and data-driven capabilities, including shipment tracking, quote requests, and data entry workflows, supported by advanced network optimization and dynamic pricing. While the materials emphasize operational scale, the core emphasis remains on reliable service delivery, compliance, and sector-specific expertise across France and Europe.
Overall, XPO Global Forwarding Lyon appears to leverage its regional infrastructure within France to support global freight movements, offering a combination of air and ocean freight services, specialized handling for dangerous goods, and customs clearance capabilities within a structured, certification-backed framework.
