# EDGAR Filing Document

**Accession Number:** 0001852244
**File Stem:** 0001852244-25-000114
**Filing Date:** 2025-12
**Character Count:** 11974
**Document Hash:** 7a0afc4a1cba8a08824daa37dfc7ca73
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## Filing Content

## Filing Summary
**0001852244-25-000114.hdr.sgml**: 20251212

**ACCESSION NUMBER**: 0001852244-25-000114

**CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE**: 8-K

**PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT**: 15

**CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT**: 20251211

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Regulation FD Disclosure

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Financial Statements and Exhibits

**FILED AS OF DATE**: 20251212

**DATE AS OF CHANGE**: 20251212

**FILER**: 

**COMPANY DATA:**
- **COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:** GXO Logistics, Inc.
- **CENTRAL INDEX KEY:** 0001852244
- **STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION:** TRANSPORTATION SERVICES [4700]
- **ORGANIZATION NAME:** 01 Energy & Transportation
- **EIN:** 862098312
- **STATE OF INCORPORATION:** DE
- **FISCAL YEAR END:** 1231

**FILING VALUES:**
- **FORM TYPE:** 8-K
- **SEC ACT:** 1934 Act
- **SEC FILE NUMBER:** 001-40470
- **FILM NUMBER:** 251568698

**BUSINESS ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** TWO AMERICAN LANE
- **CITY:** GREENWICH
- **STATE:** CT
- **ZIP:** 06831
- **BUSINESS PHONE:** 203-489-1287

**MAIL ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** TWO AMERICAN LANE
- **CITY:** GREENWICH
- **STATE:** CT
- **ZIP:** 06831

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**UNITED STATES**

**SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION**

**Washington, D.C. 20549**

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**FORM 8-K**

**___________________________________**

**CURRENT REPORT**

**Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934**

Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): **December 11, 2025**

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![GXO (1).jpg](gxo-20251211_g1.jpg)

**GXO LOGISTICS, INC.**

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

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| **Delaware**<br>(State or other jurisdiction of <br>incorporation) | **001-40470**<br>(Commission File Number) | **86-2098312**<br>(IRS Employer Identification No.) |
| **Two American Lane**<br>**Greenwich, Connecticut** |  | **06831** |
| (Address of principal executive offices) |  | (Zip Code) |
| Registrant's telephone number, including area code: **(203) 489-1287** | Registrant's telephone number, including area code: **(203) 489-1287** | Registrant's telephone number, including area code: **(203) 489-1287** |
| **Not Applicable** | **Not Applicable** | **Not Applicable** |
| (Former name or former address, if changed since last report) | (Former name or former address, if changed since last report) | (Former name or former address, if changed since last report) |

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**___________________________________**

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

**☐** Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

**☐** Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

**☐** Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

**☐** Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

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| Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: | Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: | Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: |
| **<u>Title of each class</u>** | **<u>Trading Symbol</u>** | **<u>Name of each exchange on which registered</u>** |
| Common stock, par value $0.01 per share | GXO | New York Stock Exchange |

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

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| **Item 5.02** | **Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.** |

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On December 11, 2025, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of GXO Logistics, Inc. (the "Company") approved the appointment of Bart Beeks to the position of chief operating officer (principal operating officer) of the Company. The appointment will be effective on January 2, 2026.

Mr. Beeks, age 56, most recently served as chief operating officer of CEVA Logistics, from June 2020 through June 2025. During his tenure at CEVA, Mr. Beeks rose from intern to chief operating officer, managing operations in more than 170 countries. Mr. Beeks has extensive experience in operations, implementation excellence, international and site-level management and building high-performing teams. As chief operating officer of CEVA, Mr. Beeks significantly improved operating margin and revenue growth and led the integration of multiple acquisitions. Prior to his role as chief operating officer, he served as Executive Vice President in Benelux and Senior Vice President of Operational Excellence at CEVA. Before his career in logistics, Mr. Beeks served as a Commanding Officer in the Dutch Special Forces.

There are no family relationships between Mr. Beeks and any director or executive officer of the Company, and Mr. Beeks has no direct or indirect material interest in any transaction required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

*Employment Agreement Summary Term Sheet with Mr. Beeks*

The Company and Mr. Beeks entered into an employment agreement summary term sheet, effective as of December 11, 2025 (the "Term Sheet"), the material terms of which are summarized below. The Term Sheet is expected to be replaced and superseded by a formal agreement between the Company and Mr. Beeks.

<u>Position</u>. Under the Term Sheet, Mr. Beeks will serve as the Company's chief operating officer.

<u>Work Location</u>. The Term Sheet provides that Mr. Beeks' principal place of employment will be the Company's office in Eindhoven, Netherlands and subject to required business travel and future business needs.

<u>Salary; Target Annual Bonus</u>. The Term Sheet provides that the annual base salary for Mr. Beeks will be $550,000 and that the target annual bonus for Mr. Beeks will be 100% of base salary.

<u>2026 Annual Long-Term Incentive Opportunity</u>. Beginning in 2026, Mr. Beeks will be eligible to participate in the long-term equity program applicable to similarly situated senior executive officers of the Company. The total target grant date value for the 2026 annual equity awards to be granted to Mr. Beeks will be no less than $750,000.

<u>Severance</u>. The Term Sheet provides that Mr. Beeks will be eligible to participate in the GXO Logistics, Inc. Severance Plan, as in effect from time to time, during his employment as chief operating officer.

<u>Benefits</u>. The Term Sheet provides that Mr. Beeks will be eligible for benefits in accordance with the Company's benefits programs available to similarly situated senior executives from time to time.

<u>Restrictive Covenants</u>. The Term Sheet provides that, as a condition to employment, Mr. Beeks and the Company will enter into a Confidential Information Protection Agreement, which provides for certain restrictive covenants.

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| **Item 7.01** | **Regulation FD Disclosure.** |

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On December 12, 2025, the Company issued a press release regarding certain of the matters described in Item 5.02. A copy of the press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1.

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The information furnished pursuant to this Item 7.01, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities under that Section and shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

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| **Item 9.01** | **Financial Statements and Exhibits.** |

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(d) Exhibits.

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| **Exhibit Number** | **Description** |
| 99.1 | <u>[Press Release, dated De](pressreleasedateddecembe.htm)[c](pressreleasedateddecembe.htm)[ember 12, 2025, issued by GXO Logistics, Inc.](pressreleasedateddecembe.htm)</u> |
| 104 | Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document). |

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**SIGNATURE**

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

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| Dated: December 12, 2025 | **GXO LOGISTICS, INC.** | **GXO LOGISTICS, INC.** |
|  | By: | /s/ Karlis P. Kirsis |
|  | Name: | Karlis P. Kirsis |
|  | Title: | Chief Legal Officer |

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## Exhibit 99.1

![](pressreleasedateddecembe001.jpg)

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;GXO Appoints Bart Beeks as Chief Operating Officer Newly created role responsible for driving global operational excellence GREENWICH, Conn., December 12, 2025 — GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced the appointment of Bart Beeks in the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 2, 2026. Beeks will lead GXO's global operational excellence agenda through standardized global execution, reporting to CEO Patrick Kelleher. GXO CEO Patrick Kelleher said, "Execution and growth go hand in hand. Bart brings exceptional operational experience and proven leadership that will enable us to take the best of what we do so well and scale it consistently across our global network. This appointment is a critical step in enhancing our operating model to drive increased productivity, efficiency and greater value for customers." Prior to joining GXO, Beeks was at CEVA Logistics, where he rose from intern to Chief Operating Officer, managing operations in more than 170 countries. He has extensive experience in operations, implementation excellence, international and site-level management and building high-performing teams. As COO of CEVA, he significantly improved operating margin and revenue growth and led the integration of multiple acquisitions. Prior to his role as COO, he served as Executive Vice President in Benelux and Senior Vice President of Operational Excellence at CEVA. Before his career in logistics, Beeks served as a Commanding Officer in the Dutch Special Forces. About GXO GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO) is the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider and is positioned to capitalize on the rapid growth of ecommerce, automation and outsourcing. GXO has over 150,000 team members across more than 1,000 facilities, totaling more than 200 million square feet. The company serves the world's leading blue-chip companies to solve complex logistics challenges with technologically advanced supply chain and ecommerce solutions, at scale and with speed. GXO corporate headquarters is in Greenwich, Connecticut. Visit GXO.com for more information and connect with GXO on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. Media contact Matthew Schmidt +1 203-307-2809 matt.schmidt@gxo.com Investor contact Kristine Kubacki, CFA +1 203-769-7206 kristine.kubacki@gxo.com

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