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Rolling thunder of disruption

Are we simply getting used to ongoing supply chain disruption? In an increasingly fractious and unpredictable world, we certainly should.

Deep learning of scanning processes

Koireader Technologies and NVIDIA are helping PepsiCo achieve precision and efficiency in dynamic distribution environments.

Finalists announced for everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards

Now in its 16th year, the awards celebrate the vital contribution women make to transport and logistics across all sectors of the industry – from freight and retail to automotive, maritime and air transport.

Shining a spotlight on women in transport and logistics

Maxine Benson MBE, co-founder of everywoman, talks about the future of the industry and the 2023 everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards.

More innovative operations

One of the first companies in the UK to embrace drone technology, Kite Packaging has been optimising its warehouse through automated inventory control, showcasing an innovative approach both to its own operations and to customers.

Interroll couriers favour with express parcel sorting

Leading global provider of materials handling solutions, Interroll has launched its High Performance Conveyor Platform (HPP) to cater to the unique belt conveyor requirements of the courier-express-parcel (CEP) market.

Loading bay innovator steps down after 42 years

JOHN MEALE, one of the UK’s leading names in vehicle loading and unloading, has decided to step down from his many key positions within the industry’s associations, believing that now is the time to pass on the baton to others.

Meeting tough challenges head on

It was no picnic when Europa Warehouse opened a huge new facility during the pandemic, especially as it included a significant automated component. Europa Worldwide Group chief operating officer Dionne Redpath talks to Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy about how the firm worked through the challenge.

Choose linerless labels: the benefits of going paperless

Businesses today are increasingly looking for ways to reduce their environmental impact. One way to do this is to switch from traditional paper labels to linerless labels.

Combi-CUBE enhances Combilift’s electric multidirectional truck offering

The Irish manufacturer launched the new product at this week’s LogiMAT exhibition in Stuttgart.

Major AutoStore implementation in Milton Keynes

Wonder has invested £8 million in a AutoStore automated warehouse robotic system installed by Element Logic at its Milton Keynes facility.

Women in Logistics – driving positive change

Although the disparity in gender equality in the UK continues, there is definitely a positive trend suggesting that women are making substantial progress in entering the workforce.

Automated palletisation for Mindful Chef

In 2022, BS Handling Systems completed the design, manufacture and installation of pick-to-light conveyor lines at the specialist retailer’s distribution hub in Redditch.

The future is measurement and analysis

There are major changes on the cards regarding energy consumption and the future of the cold store warehouse, says Shane Brennan.

Shuttle boosts warehouse performance

A multi-channel shuttle system installed at Coventry-based Christie Lites has provided a dramatic increase in volumetric capacity and a five-fold rise in the number of pickable locations, ensuring optimum operational efficiency.

Cost projections point to increased robot uptake

Interact Analysis is predicting ‘substantial and accelerating growth’ for the robotic picking sector over the coming years, as labour costs rise and the cost of robots fall.

Expect the unexpected

With many more low-value items shipped as parcels, distribution centres are receiving more odd-shaped or poorly wrapped items. These are difficult to handle and sort automatically, but new system designs can handle a much larger chunk, argues Jørgen Staun.