newsMega shed under construction in Bristol
McLaren Construction Midlands and North has been appointed to deliver a mega shed of 575,000 ft2 plus on Plot 4 of BGO and Equation’s Matrix 49 scheme in Avonmouth in the Southwest.
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newsBig sheds show robust rental growth
The UK’s biggest warehouses have outperformed their smaller counterparts from a rent growth point of view in the last five years according to the latest research from DTRE.
newsEXCLUSIVE: M&S behind moves for a million ft2 plus warehouse at DIRFT
Marks & Spencer is strongly rumoured to be the potential occupier for a 1.2 million ft2 plus facility at Prologis’ RFI DIRFT III scheme in the East Midlands although it is thought contracts have yet to be fully signed and sealed.
newsIPL merges with Schoeller Allibert
The resulting company is a US$1.4 billion revenue reusable plastic packaging company.
newsAdvisory body set up for Heathrow cargo redevelopment
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has launched a cargo community advisory body.
articleSorting system boosts eComm firm
A cross-border eComm company based in the UK has achieved a daily sorting volume of up to 40,000pcs with a narrow belt sorting system solution from Wayzim.
articleSDC Trailers transitions to electric fleet with Windsor
A longstanding partnership between SDC Trailers and Windsor Materials Handling continues to evolve, as the leading trailer manufacturer embarks on a major shift from diesel to electric materials handling equipment.
newsIGD calls for AI to combat labour cost crunch in food industry
The IGD Economic Viewpoint Report – How to respond to rising labour costs in 2025 – encourages the adoption of new technology.
newsMega shed plans for Leicestershire site
Royal London Asset Management Property is looking to speculatively develop a 500,000 ft2 mega shed on its newly acquired 82-acre site in the heart of the Golden Triangle.
newsDX launches nationwide same-day deliveries
DX SameDay will be available 24 / 365 and will be managed by a centralised team based at DX’s operations in Wednesfield, West Midlands.
productReduce downtime with zip technology
A new flexible, high-speed door has been launched by Hörmann UK which helps reduce downtime caused by damage and is quick to install.
productGoplasticpallets.com hits 2,000 tonne recycling milestone
The Eastbourne-based company has recycled 2,000 tonnes of plastic in six years.
newsCoventry logistics scheme given go ahead
Industrial developer Panattoni has secured full reserved matters planning consent for a 600,000 ft2 logistics scheme in Coventry in the West Midlands.
newsExtended cut off times driving business for THG
THG Fulfil says its 1am next-day delivery (NDD) offering is driving customer acquisition in the wellness & nutrition and beauty sectors.
newsSystem intrusion breaches double in EMEA
The 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) from Verizon Business reveals a dramatic surge in global data breaches, with EMEA experiencing a significant increase in system intrusion breaches.
articleWhy warehouse slotting is essential
Think slotting isn’t important? Think again. It’s an absolute essential of inventory management. Get it wrong, and you risk higher labour costs, shipping delays, and customer dissatisfaction. Learn the concept behind warehouse slotting, and get in an in-depth look at how it’s a natural feature of the AutoStore system, says Carlos Fernández.
newsHaulier expands with new distribution centre
Beacon Roadways has expanded and relocated to a new site, nine times bigger than its previous facility in Stourbridge West Midlands.
newsGovernment needs to reconsider business rates changes say logistics leaders
The Government’s overhaul of business rates is flawed and will damage the very sectors it is aiming to support if it goes ahead with higher business rates multiplier to all properties with a Rateable Value above £500,000 warned a coalition of the UK’s leading logistics and industrial long-term investors and developers.
newsIndurent submits plans for final phase at Longbridge
Developer investor Indurent has submitted a planning application for the final phase of development at its Indurent Park Longbridge West.
productBaoli makes key UK appointment
Baoli EMEA has appointed Mike Mainwaring as the new director of sales & service in UK and Ireland.
