articleBrexit bite could lead firms to seek supply chain savings
As Brexit begins to bite with lost profit at Premier Foods, organisations should take action in their supply chain to mitigate damage, says Crimson & Co.
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articleOn-demand warehousing
A web-based matching service for on-demand warehousing leads the way in showing how the sharing economy can be useful for growing retailers needing storage. Martin Elgood, MD of Zupplychain, explains what makes it tick.
productEasypack releases next-gen green packaging
Packaging firm has launched the new ‘pro’ range; packmaster pro and packmate pro, which are among a number of products being launched this year.
productAccolade Park Bristol sells for £62m
Keller Group has sold the freehold interest in Accolade Park, Avonmouth, Bristol for £62 million to a consortium of South Korean institutional investors.
productExploiting international eCommerce
Hermes has created an international shipping solution for UK-based sole traders and SME retailers to reach consumers based in 23 European countries.
productDP World releases container tracking solution
The port operator showcased its container tracking solution at Transport Logistic in Munich.
productPort 2060 sets out vision for cargo handling
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has revised its vision for Port 2060 and is launching a new video to depict how the sustainable future of cargo handling could look like in the year 2060.
productAn Post invests in Zetes proof of delivery
An Post, Ireland’s national postal operator, is further enhancing its electronic proof of delivery (ePOD) offering, by upgrading its existing mobility solution to ZetesChronos.
productXPO Logistics makes senior hires
XPO Logistics has announced three managerial appointments to its supply chain sales organisation in Europe.
productMiniTec helps fit out Fire rescue vehicles
A well-known manufacturer of special vehicles for fire-fighting, rescue and security industries, Carmichael Support Services approached MiniTec with a requirement to fit out a number of fire rescue vans for Scottish Fire and Rescue with customised cabinets for the storage of equipment on board.
productBig issues not addressed in General Election campaign
We are now bearing down on the General Election and if the campaign has convinced me of anything, then it is simply that the Logistics Sector continues to be ignored in the corridors of power, says David Coombes.
productSouthgate Packaging opens Innovation Centre near Birmingham
New facility makes demonstration of larger products more accessible to UK distributors.
productNetherlands bids to strengthen position as ‘gateway to Europe’
As businesses increasingly look to establish a foothold in the European market, the ability to have fast, efficient and reliable access to Europe’s more than 500 million consumers is seen as critical to a business’s commercial success.
newsAct quick on expansion or Heathrow may lose prominence
Creation of increased airport capacity in the South East of England is vital if the UK is to retain its position as a global trading hub, according to the Freight Transport Association.
productFood retailers invest in plastic
Plastic pallets are becoming ever popular within the food retail industry. Not only because they are hygienic, durable, consistent, and designed with the application in mind, but because they offer a high return on investment.
productSame-day production and delivery of replacement parts
Manufacturing replacement parts and shipping them out to the customer the very same day could soon become the industry standard.
productUPS JV to drive deliveries from China to US
UPS and SF Holding, the parent company of SF Express, will establish a joint venture and collaborate to develop and provide international delivery services initially from China to the US, with expansion plans for other destinations.
articleApplication first, cost second: How to ensure pallet longevity
When purchasing goods that contribute to the running of a business, it goes without saying that cost is a fundamental factor. We all want a fair price. Yet, time and again we see situations where customers have purchased pallets that are not wholly suitable for their application, explains Jim Hardisty, MD at Goplasticpallets.com.
productUKWA Awards 2017 finalists announced
The UKWA Awards reward excellence in the third party logistics sector and attract entries from some of the most influential companies in the logistics and materials handling industry.
articleSouthgate opens Innovation Centre
The new facility makes demonstration of larger products more accessible to UK distributors.
