newsLocus Robotics buys in gripper technology
The warehouse robotics leader has acquired Canadian firm Nexera Robotics, which is best known for its patented NeuraGrasp technology.
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newsNet-a-Porter distribution staff strike planned
Luxury fashion merchant Net-a-Porter is set to have a distribution centre industrial action on 20 and 21 May.
newsJD Wetherspoon cuts energy use and emissions with major refrigeration upgrade
The pub company has significantly improved the efficiency and sustainability of its supply chain following a major refrigeration upgrade at its Daventry distribution centre, operated by DHL.
articleWinds of change: how new planning reforms could insulate UK warehousing sector from energy volatility
The UK logistics landscape is at the threshold of a major energy evolution says Ennovus Solutions.
newsEXCLUSIVE: Ocado sets up mini spoke fulfillment centre in Gateshead
Online retailer Ocado is set to open a mini spoke customer fulfilment centre in Gateshead in the Northeast
productHow electric lift trucks tackle challenges in manufacturing operations
The way products are moved around a facility or storage area can have a direct impact on productivity, profitability, and sustainability.
newsM&S acquires new fashion hub in Lichfield
The retailer announced a conditional deal to acquire a new 437,000 sq ft fully automated fashion distribution centre in Lichfield, as it seeks to double online sales in its Fashion, Home and Beauty business.
newsInterroll to focus on smarter sortation at Tomorrow’s Warehouse
Interroll will be joining industry leaders and warehouse professionals at Tomorrow’s Warehouse at the Coventry CBS Arena on 14 May, where the team will be highlighting one of the biggest current priorities in intralogistics: smarter, faster sortation.
articleThe year of the pallet shuttle
Movu UK sales director Beth Marshall looks at the takeaways from the big intralogistics shows in Europe and US.
product40,000 hours and counting: Baumann fleet expansion reflects long-term reliability
Lech-Stahlwerke, a major Bavarian steel producer operating within a demanding multi-shift environment, has expanded its Baumann fleet with a new Baumann Rosso DFQ S150 sideloader.
newsEXCLUSIVE: Plans for 900,000 ft2 plus Solihull logistics scheme set for submission
Developer Indurent is close to submitting outline proposals for a 980,000 ft2 industrial and logistics scheme on land it controls outside Solihull in the West Midlands.
newsInterroll acquires Royal Apollo Group
Interroll has acquired the Netherlands-based provider of vertical conveying, logistic and baling solutions.
articleFrom dock door to dispatch: connecting your warehouse end-to-end
Still relying on manual processes and disconnected systems? It’s time for a smarter approach. Join Peak Technologies at Multimodal to see how connected scanning, automation, and workforce innovation are reshaping warehouse performance.
newsDon’t miss The Warehouse Transformation Awards
The Awards are in association with AMHSA, the Automated Material Handling Systems Association, and comprise the final session at next week’s Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event at the Coventry CBS Arena.
newsStudy raises concerns over use of data in logistics
61% of industrial businesses rate their digital progress as poor or adequate, according to research from Forterro.
newsAmazon launches Amazon Supply Chain Services
The move cements Amazon’s growing role as a 3PL and extends the company’s portfolio of freight, distribution, fulfillment, and parcel shipping solutions to brands.
newsPlanning go ahead for 1 million ft2 Northeast industrial and logistics scheme
Planning permission has been granted for Arlington and Homes England’s 1 million ft2 West Hartford Park industrial and logistics scheme near Cramlington, Northumberland in the Northeast.
newsBREAKING NEWS: Marq Logistics seeks 3 million ft2 plus extension to Magna Park Lutterworth
Marq Logistics is seeking to extend its 16 million ft2 UK flagship industrial and logistics scheme Magna Park Lutterworth by a further 3.23 million ft2.
newsBITO Storage Systems appoints Chris Price as managing director UK
Chris Price succeeds Edward Hutchison, who retired at the end of February after more than 25 years of outstanding leadership and service to the business.
articleWhat is a pouch sorter – and how can it benefit my business?
Pouch sorter (AKA pocket sorter) technology is a powerful automation tool that can significantly benefit a business operating in e-commerce distribution – particularly for high-speed order fulfilment, returns processing and batch picking.
