Automated container loading: a smarter approach to logistics
Automated container loading systems improve logistics by reducing time, costs, and risks associated with manual loading, leading to greater efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
Sortation for the future: robust solutions in a rapidly evolving supply chain
The rate of change in warehouse and distribution (W&D) logistics in the last five years has been amazing. Previously the sector primarily catered to B2B retail operations with predictable, large-volume shipments. Now, W&D and fulfillment centres find themselves operating in an omnichannel environment characterised by increased complexity in the number of orders, channels and their sizes.
Evolving electric forklifts with the Hyster A Series
With a choice of different features to match your specific tough handling demands, Hyster J2.2–3.5A electric forklifts can power up your transition to sustainability.
Peak Technologies: Advanced tech on show at IMHX
Peak Technologies is set show how advanced automation is transforming modern supply chains at IMHX 2025 (NEC Birmingham, 9–11 September, stand A72) in partnership with Honeywell.
IMHX 2025: Crown to showcase WJ 50 series compact pallet truck
Crown, one of the world’s largest material handling companies, will be exhibiting at the IMHX trade show in Birmingham, UK, from 9th to 11th September 2025.
OPEX Corporation to exhibit advanced warehouse automation solutions at IMHX
OPEX Corporation, a global leader in Next Generation Automation providing innovative solutions for warehouse, document and mail automation, will showcase its advanced warehouse automation technology at the International Materials Handling Exhibition (IMHX), scheduled for September 9 to 11, 2025, at the NEC Birmingham in the UK.
CFTS to unveil official inspection app at IMHX 2025
Digital tool hailed as biggest step forward in Thorough Examination of the last 21 years.
Cut down on carbon emissions
Wincanton, a leading supply chain partner for British businesses, talks to Logistics Matters about how it can assist companies with the decarbonisation of their fleets, via optimisation technology and the use of alternative fuels for HGVs.
How the right combination of people and technology can transform retail
Few sectors have felt disruption as acutely as retail. With volatile demand, labour shortages and rising costs, retail supply chains are buckling under pressure, especially when seasonal peaks hit. Scott Merrick discusses how technology can help and how it interplays with employees.
Opportunity knocks
Logistics Matters spoke to two key logistics consultants to get their take on the recent merger of GXO and Wincanton and in particular the impact this could have on the UK grocery sector.
In Depth Focus on Midbox – Investor interest grows
Investors are all over the midbox warehouse sector but is that good news for occupiers? Liza Helps investigates.
A question of confidence
For those that can there are deals to be had in the Midlands, reports Liza Helps.
Far Eastern promise
Chinese eCommerce companies are extremely active in the UK, especially as a result of US tariffs, says Liza Helps, Property Editor, Logistics Matters.
M&S announces major food DC investment
Marks & Spencer has announced a landmark £340 million investment in its food supply chain – the largest in its history – with the multi-year investment funding the development of an automated NDC in Northamptonshire.
The invisible warehouse threats that could end your career tomorrow
Five forklift accidents happen in UK warehouses every working day, yet most managers remain dangerously unaware of the risks building beneath their operations until it’s too late.
Learn and connect at Cold Chain Hub 2025
Visitors to Cold Chain Hub 2025 at the NEC on 9 & 10 September can discover the latest innovations from over 50 exhibitors and network with industry colleagues.
GaliLEA to be showcased at IMHX as award-winning AI platform gains momentum
Visitors to IMHX 2025 will be able to see GaliLEA in action, as Logistics Reply brings its AI-powered supply chain platform to Stand F158 this September.
Battery selection choices
Selecting the right battery technology for your mobile robots can be a difficult task. AMHSA secretary Dave Berridge takes a look.
Access to experts
Explore a diverse lineup of expert speakers and over 50 innovative exhibitors at the upcoming Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event, taking place on September 30 at Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester. This conference is your face-to-face opportunity to find solutions to key challenges in warehouse transformation.
