productGreene King invests £23 million in Middleton depot
The pub company and brewer is making the investment in partnership with logistics company GXO.
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newsCEVA Logistics announces reorganisation
THE NEW vertical structuring is aimed at allowing its customers to more easily benefit from its global logistics capabilities across its breadth of services in air, ocean, ground and rail transport, contract logistics, finished vehicle logistics, project logistics and customs solutions.
newsXPO Logistics launches Female Driver Academy
THE ACADEMY aims to create a corps of highly skilled and professional female drivers.
productCertifications enhance trade
3PL KAMMAC has been awarded both the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) and the Fulfilment House Due Diligence Scheme (FHDDS) certifications, underscoring the company’s commitment to secure, efficient, and compliant supply chain services.
productWincanton deploys pioneering VersaTile automation
The modular automation solution has been installed at the 3PL’s Northampton shared user facility to tackle high-volume e-Fulfilment for customers.
productSarah-May’s win a sign of the times
THE EVERYWOMAN Woman of the Year Award 2024 was won by Sarah-May Harrison, operations supervisor at FedEx Express.
productHumanoid robot proof-of-concept launched
GXO Logistics and robot manufacturer Apptronik will partner to develop the Apollo humanoid in a warehouse environment.
articleRemoving the pain from global multichannel fulfilment
Thanks to international multichannel fulfilment experts such as Staci, brands and retailers can quickly unlock additional sales territories and revenue with ease.
newsDescartes acquires BoxTop
A UK based shipment management firm for small- to mid-sized logistics services providers has been acquired by a global logistics IT firm.
productDigital platform enhances safety
KINAXIA LOGISTICS has rolled out a digital platform to enhance safety across its nationwide network of sites as well as for its drivers on the road.
newsUnipart partners with Shippeo
UNIPART HAS collaborated with Shippeo to strengthen its Lead Logistics Partner proposition.
newsGreen Freight Corridor initiative launched
Freeport East and East Midlands Freeport have announced a partnership to support a green freight corridor that will help decarbonise transport and drive enhanced skills and employment initiatives along the length of one of the UK’s most important transportation routes.
newsGeneration Logistics Week targets youth engagement
The initiative, scheduled to run on 24-28 June 2024, will host a range of educational activities throughout the five days, each one supported by the campaign’s sponsors including CEVA Logistics, GXO and Tesco.
newsMcCulla Ireland bolsters biogas fleet
A £3.1 million investment was secured from Lombard for the addition of 25 new trucks to its fleet, including 11 powered by biogas, contributing to a 79% reduction in the operational carbon emissions of the haulier’s Northern Ireland operation.
articleComplete decoupling from China virtually impossible
The era of the easy, frictionless supply chain is over, however, according to a report from GlobalData.
newsKammac hires ex-Carlton Forest faces
The 3PL provider has added to its team with appointments from Carlton Forest, which went into administration in April.
articlePerks are great but working conditions are key
In recent years, the fulfilment industry has faced significant scrutiny over its workplace practices, particularly concerning the mental health and overall wellbeing of its employees, says Zihana Jaleel.
articleGet clued up on warehouse transformation – next week
Check out a wealth of expert speakers and 50+ innovative exhibitors at the upcoming Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event at the Coventry CBS Arena on 20 June. The conference provides the keys to understanding the seismic shifts in our sector.
productCold Chain Hub attracts industry leaders
COLD CHAIN Hub 2024 – the UK’s only dedicated event for the cold storage and distribution sector – will take place at Birmingham’s NEC on 9-10 October.
newsIconic Rude Boy double decker to Caribbean
XPO HAS been named global forwarding and transport partner for beverage leader Rude Boy, an important regional brand that encapsulates the lifestyle, culture and music of the Caribbean.
