productTransdek at CV Show
Lifting and loading equipment innovator, Transdek UK is demonstrating its double deck lifting solutions on stand 5C71 at the CV Show at the NEC Birmingham, 29 April to 1 May 2014.
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articleTravis Perkins boosts driver safety
Travis Perkins has implemented a number of initiatives to improve the safety of its drivers.
articleOptimising pack velocity
Kite Packaging Managing Partner Gavin Ashe talks to Simon Duddy about returnable packaging and the firm’s ethos.
articleCML seeks eCommerce business
Fashion-focused 3PL Core Management Logistics (CML) is seeking more eCommerce business in the coming years. HSS Editor Simon Duddy visited CML’s Magna Park facility to hear the inside story.
articleSupply chain investment to drive further growth for ASOS?
ASOS has recently seen profits and share price fall due to increased investment, primarily in the supply chain. But will this investment pay off in the long run, asks HSS Editor Simon Duddy.
productMothercare pilots trailer security
Mothercare has installed a pilot of the new SecureSeal Logger system on its trailer fleet.
productMajor renewables win
The Isle of Wight’s largest independent freight carrier, Steve Porter Transport, has won the freight contract supporting a major new renewable energy scheme on the Isle of Wight.
news‘Pallet network’ model extended to contract logistics
The hauliers who make up pallet network Palletline have launched PLUS Logistics, which is billed as the UK’s first member-owned logistics provider.
news“Health & safety a matter for all”
The forthcoming FTA Safety in Logistics Conference is to focus on helping managers secure engagement with all employees on health and safety.
newsMorrisons to open third primary consolidation centre
Morrisons will open a third primary consolidation centre in Q2 2014 in partnership with Bibby Distribution.
productTwo-way transit
Thanks to the introduction of Goplasticboxes.com’s new Pallet & Lid System, shipping automotive components from the manufacturer to the vehicle assembly plant has been made more simple.
productDual compartment bodies
Specialist courier company, Eskimo Express, has added to its fleet with two Citroen Relay vans that feature high specification, dual compartment bodies converted by Norwich based refrigerated body manufacturer, Paneltex Somers.
productNew UK trailer & body builder
In what is said to be the first time in decades, a new UK trailer and body manufacturer has entered the market place in the form of John and Steven Cartwright’s new business, Tiger.
productRuggedised driver terminal
Visitors to this year’s CV Show got a first look at TomTom Telematics’ new ruggedised seven-inch driver terminal, the latest edition to the WEBFLEET fleet management platform.
productPlastic containers for shipping & storage
Set against the ubiquitous cardboard carton, there are clear advantages associated with the use of plastic containers for both shipping and storage purposes, says advocate SSI Schaefer, which has advanced its container offering with new technology in design, moulding and materials.
articleStrapping machine boosts efficiency
Gordian Strapping has supplied an OMS 078 compression strapping machine with TR18 Strapping Head to Conversion Solutions in Macclesfield.
articleSoup up your supply chain
Assuring undisrupted supply of quality goods requires taking steps to collaborate across the whole supply chain, says Diane Palmquist Vice President of Manufacturing Industry Solutions at GT Nexus.
newsPeel Group buys up Liverpool John Lennon Airport
Liverpool John Lennon Airport has announced a change to the structure of its ownership.
newsUK online grocers must cut picking and delivery costs
A consultancy has predicted that home delivery logistics will reach crisis point for UK grocers in the next few years.
productIncreased load indexes
GT Radial’s recently launched GSR225 Combi Road multi-usage tyre will make its European show debut at Reifen 2014.
