articleThe role of the DC in driver shortages
While there has been a lot of focus on HGV driver numbers, the warehouse can help to mitigate the effects of the shortages, says Matt Garland.
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productDriverless forklifts see European launch
VISIONNAV ROBOTICS Robotics has launched its range of fully automated, vision-guided forklift trucks in the European market.
productMezzanine lift aids expansion
THE TOY swap subscription service Whirli has expanded its warehouse operation in London to meet increasing demand for its service.
productIs your warehouse robot-ready?
WITH MANY companies looking to invest in automation and robotics to boost warehouse efficiency, Chris Baxter explores how mezzanines can help make the most of the innovation.
newsLogistics space shortage could restrict economic growth
A key report has highlighted a warehouse supply bottleneck, which the authors claim could undermine economic growth in the UK. The Report outlines a raft of measures to tackle the crisis,
articleGetting the balance right
Strike the right balance between building loyalty by serving consumers well, and managing the often very high costs associated with online delivery. The delivery conundrum is complex and hard to crack, reports Simon Duddy.
articleOptimising secondary packaging procurement for pharma
Faller Packaging has helped a Pharma manufacturer cope with increasing complexity that already exists in the pharmaceutical industry’s entire supply chain.
productUnloading robot: major investment for 3PL
DHL SUPPLY Chain will make a $15m investment in a Boston Dynamics robot a bid to further automate its warehousing in North America.
productWarehouse robotics market sees growth
A REPORT by Style Intelligence, a research firm focused on warehouse robotics, says ‘growth returned in 2021 having been stagnant at best in 2020, with many vendors reporting greater than 50% expansion’.
productMezzanine lift aids expansion
THE TOY swap subscription service Whirli has expanded its warehouse operation in London to meet increasing demand for its service.
newsPlanning secured for Yorkshire mid box project
HARWORTH GROUP has secured planning for 110,000 sq ft of industrial & logistics space as part of Phase 2 of its Gateway 36 development in Barnsley.
newsBusy month for developer
FIRETHORN TRUST has appointed Winvic Construction to deliver a 42-acre development, Link Logistics Park in Ellesmere Port.
productIntegration platform said to level the tech playing field
STAYLINKED HAS launched the Evolve integration platform for UK warehouse and logistics providers.
articlePosition your ops for the future
The Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event offered insights, predictions and advice on how to position your business to best benefit from future trends. HSS editor Simon Duddy reports.
productSt. Modwen Logistics unveils massive Derby investment
THE INITIAL phase will comprise investment of £46.5 million to acquire land from joint venture partner Network Rail and deliver the first four units.
articleBe brave and curious
We have some great advice on warehouse automation from tech-led logistics firm GXO. Its UK & Ireland managing director Gavin Williams outlines some key options to consider and updates on GXO’s advances in automation.
productLast wrap before plastics tax
LINDUM PACKAGING is urging businesses to order recycled content pallet wrap now, or risk facing shortages ahead of the plastics tax.
newsSHW Live Manchester rescheduled to May 2022
The decision to move SHW Live Manchester to the new dates comes following consultation with the event’s advisory council, founding partners, and the venue. Among those consulted were the Health & Safety Executive who are collaborating with the SHW Live team and will also be delivering CPD seminars at the event.
newsWarning of New Year import disruption
UPCOMING CHANGES to import regulations could bring widespread disruption to UK supply chains in the New Year, warns Speedy Freight.
productHeavy duty electric pilot
DIGITAL ROAD freight forwarder sennder and chemicals firm Cabot Corporation, have transported one of Europe’s first zero-emission cross-border heavy duty loads.
