Under Wilson’s leadership, GXO has experienced significant growth, with revenue increasing from $7.9 billion in 2021 to $11 billion in the 12 months ending September 30, 2024. The company’s adjusted EBITDA rose from $633 million to $757 million over the same period, and it achieved a return on invested capital exceeding 30% annually.
During his tenure, Wilson oversaw GXO’s expansion to 130,000 employees and over 200 million square feet of logistics space across the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific. He also led key acquisitions, including Clipper Logistics and Wincanton.
Brad Jacobs, Chairman of GXO’s Board of Directors, praised Wilson’s contributions:
“Malcolm’s countless contributions to GXO and its legacy parent XPO span nearly a decade. Under his leadership, GXO has added more than $3 billion of revenue and received global recognitions each year for innovation and workplace culture.”
Reflecting on his time at GXO, Wilson described it as the highlight of his three-decade career in logistics.
“We have an outstanding organization that embraces new technologies, keeping us at the forefront of the industry. I’m grateful to the team and our customers for their support,” he said.
The company has not yet named a successor, but Wilson will work with the board to ensure a smooth transition.