Excelling in a rewarding career
Everywoman Award finalist Hayley Deas emphasises the variety of tasks in warehouse management, making it an endlessly exciting role. Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy reports.
Fleet revamp for Romiley Board Mill
Manufacturer consolidates fleet with Briggs Equipment, with BE Portal fleet management bringing better insight into the performance of equipment.
Growth and success
2023 has seen continued growth and success for the Association of Loading and Elevating Equipment Manufacturers (ALEM).
Robotics – what next?
With robotics and automation on a trajectory of growth in intralogistics, the need for interoperability of solutions from different vendors is pressing, argues Dave Berridge.
Plan for the future
After the unpredictability of the past few years, the UK’s cold chain professionals have been afforded a little more opportunity to plan for the future over the course of 2023, says Tom Southall.
Why accreditation matters
Thorough Examination accrediting body CFTS reveals why a nationally agreed testing framework is so important and 12 reasons why accreditation is vital in maintaining standards.
A political approach
Ross Moloney explains why it is important to engage with legislators to help them understand the role of lifting in key sectors like logistics and how to improve safe practice.
A leading voice
As a leading voice within the storage industry, SEMA believes it is possible, with the correct advice, to safely improve your storage capacity, and grow your business while avoiding unnecessary overheads.
2024: The Year of Warehousing
2024 will mark the 80th anniversary of UK Warehousing Association (UKWA), since its inception as the National Association of Inland Warehouse Keepers, in 1944.
Fight your corner
We have a vicious circle. Logistics is not viewed as attractive by many job seekers but until we ensure that the logistics sector is paying everyone fairly, we’re unlikely to appeal to a diverse workforce, says Kirsten Tisdale.
Revolutionary software tool ready to drive major change in logistics sector
A LEADING software solutions provider for the logistics industry is ready to go live with a groundbreaking system which it says will revolutionise the sector.
Don’t judge a robot by its hardware
The future of robotics is all about the software, says Stéphanie Foucart.
Gazing into the machine
Visualisation and simulation can add value to warehouse scenario planning, says Ron Farr.
Packaging innovations outlined
Transit packaging plays a crucial role within the complex web of supply chain logistics, ensuring the safe and seamless transportation of goods, says Kite Packaging.
Packed and sorted
AN ECOMM retailer has upgraded its packing and sortation system to meet increasing levels of consumer demand.
Digital capabilities added to Korrvu Packaging
TO IMPROVE turnaround time from design to production, SEE has introduced new digital die cutting capabilities for its Sealed Air brand Korrvu retention and suspension packaging.
Frost protection and climate control for 81000 sq m warehouse
POWRMATIC SUPPLIED a frost protection warehouse heating solution for an enormous 81,000 sq m building at Midland Logistic Park.
Exotec hits key installation milestone
THE INNOVATIVE warehouse robotics manufacturer has now achieved more than 100 customer sites around the world.
Analysis: electric truck market crisis
IN THE wake of Volta’s bankruptcy, Parcelhero’s head of consumer research, David Jinks provides perspective and analysis.
Forklift apprenticeships: the case for
KRIDAN HANDLING reflects upon its experiences with F-TEC apprenticeships. The forklift dealer’s employees Mike and Harvey completed their F-TEC apprenticeships through their employer.
