producteComm driving logistics firm’s expansion
Fullers Logistics has opened new site in Bordon, Hampshire, enabling it to expand services across the South of England.
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articleSpace: the final frontier for same-day delivery
The demand for fast online delivery is changing the configuration of warehousing needed, says Steve Purvis, operations director at Bis Henderson Space.
productBudget 2017 reaction: ‘land banking’ to be tackled
We’ve rounded up some key industry responses as Philip Hammond delivered his 2017 Budget.
articleHow automation changes the warehouse workforce
Bis Henderson Recruitment has released a white paper exploring human resources issues amid the growing use of automated solutions for efulfilment. HSS editor Simon Duddy pulls out a few key thoughts.
articleWarehousing take-up by online retailers grows 731% in decade
According to Savills, take-up of industrial & logistics space by online retailers has grown by 731% since 2008, as occupiers continue to build their supply chains to keep up with consumer demand.
product3PL Great Bear invests in Flexi fleet
Leading third party logistics specialist, Great Bear, has introduced a new fleet of Narrow Aisle’s Flexi HiMAX articulated forklift trucks at its major multi-user hub at Brackmills in Northampton.
productFowler Welch wins food transport contract
Fowler Welch secures a major contract with sausage manufacturer Heck Foods UK, delivering products to a range of major retailers.
news2018 FTA everywoman in Transport & Logistics awards open for entries
The annual FTA everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards programme – launched to celebrate exceptional women reshaping the industry, is now open for nominations.
newsTalent in Logistics conference to tackle key industry issues
The agenda for the Talent in Logistics Conference 2018 has been revealed, featuring sessions that tackle the challenges around recruitment, safety, training and funding within the transport and logistics industries.
newsUKWA to host urban logistics summit
The United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) is hosting a one-day summit on February 6th 2018 at The British Museum, London, at which key industry stakeholders will gather to look at the rising challenges around urban logistics.
productDachser takes on electric trucks for urban deliveries
Dachser is the launch customer for Daimler’s all-electric FUSO eCanter light commercial vehicle.
articleRegistration opens for IntraLogisteX
The show takes place in Ericsson Exhibition Hall 1 of the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on Tuesday 27th and Wednesday 28th February 2018.
productToday dubbed ‘take back Tuesday’
Tuesday sees Britain’s 5 million Christmas returns reach a peak – but ParcelHero says not every return looks entirely legit!
productBespoke floor paves way for automation at Yusen Logistics
In conjunction with Swisslog, Yusen Logistics installed a light goods automated storage and retrieval system for its warehouse in Tuas, Singapore. The innovative AutoStore system includes approximately 16,595 space for stored items and utilises autonomous robots.
productCalor welcomes Scotland’s new energy strategy
The Scottish Government’s new energy strategy, published on 20th December, sets ambitious new targets to reduce emissions from the heat and transport sectors.
articleHigh value eCommerce and the role of logistics
High ticket online purchases becoming more frequent and more expensive. As a result, consumer demands of delivery companies are also changing, says Nick Cullen, managing director, DX Express.
productWarehouse property – what’s in store for 2018?
Cushman & Wakefield gives its predictions for what’s in store for 2018.
newsLidl to open 1m sq ft Luton warehouse
It is expected the new facility will create up to 1,000 jobs and will be twice the size of any other Lidl warehouse in the UK.
productAsda unveils parcel vending machine – said to be UK-first
The 16ft foot tall and 8ft wide automated parcel tower has been installed at Asda’s Trafford Park store and is said to dispenses online orders in less than 60 seconds and accepts returns.
articleDownton maximises warehouse capacity
VNA forklifts, racking and consultancy from Jungheinrich helps 3PL kit out newly acquired facility.
