articleWarehouse automation has advanced rapidly over the past decade. What was once a facility dominated by forklifts and manual picking is now an interconnected environment where autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), barcode scanners, IoT sensors, automated storage systems, and intelligent conveyor networks work together to keep goods moving efficiently.
newsSymbotic announced the acquisition which seeks to ‘advance a new industry category, Warehouse Operations Optimisation’.
articleWhen it comes to competitive advantage, right-sized packaging automation offers a quick win, argues AMHSA secretary Dave Berridge.
newsCainiao has been named Procter & Gamble’s global strategic automation partner.
newsThe automation leader is making a paradigm shift from traditional optimisation within the logistics centre towards end-to-end, data-based, and dynamic network optimisation.
productGeekplus has deployed of moving-type Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) at several Toyota Motor Corporation plants in Japan.
newsThe new 194,000 sq ft multi-user healthcare facility at Infinity Park Derby is designed specifically for life sciences organisations.
newsPrior to joining Spacemaker Systems, James held numerous commercial leadership positions, most recently a nine-year tenure at AutoStore Systems, where James was part of the European leadership team.
newsThe supply chain automation firm has appointed Enno Scharphuis to the role of managing director for EMEA, effective since April 2026.
newsThe eComm logistics player has designed the facility to support both B2B distribution and B2C order fulfillment.
articleThis Lucas webinar explains the operational advantages of Dynamic WES. Andrew Southgate, VP business development EMEA at Lucas Systems shares insights.
articleTwo decades on from a piece of landmark legislation governing fire safety in large buildings. Tom Roche asks if it is still fit for purpose, and concludes that work is needed.
productThe WITRON Group has been named Best Warehouse Automation Company by the Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society.
newsGrocery retailers and food producers are set to benefit from enhanced supply chain speed and reliability as Lineage breaks ground on one of the world’s most advanced automated cold storage facilities.
articleThat was one of the intriguing questions raised at last week’s SCALA Consulting Annual Supply Chain Debate, which was positively bursting with insights. Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy reports.
newsThe online retailer also announced the UK’s largest cross-dock facility in Kettering.
newsSkypod system optimises fulfilment processes with intelligent goods-to-person robotics.
articleTransit packaging has come of age. Booming internet sales have supercharged the use of transit packaging, making it a focal point for environmental regulation and a must for automation. Chris More, UK sales director at Packsize, looks at what’s happening.
productThe discounter has made the first delivery from its new distribution centre at Bardon in Leicestershire, marking the start of the first phase of operations at the UK’s largest supermarket warehouse.
newsThe new Proteus and additional robotics expansions in Europe are designed to support employees by taking on physically strenuous tasks.
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