articleIMRG examines returns
The IMRG 2020 Returns Review, supported by Metapack Returns, examines the developing expectations of shoppers and increasing challenges for retailers to make Returns work.
article
product3PL outlines how it is protecting employees
XPO Logistics takes extensive measures to protect global workforce in moving critical medical supplies, protective gear, food and beverages, and household staples during the coronavirus crisis.
newsUnions call for better sick pay from DHL Supply Chain
Logistics unions in the UK have criticised DHL Supply Chain for ‘endangering thousands’ with ‘inadequate’ coronavirus social distancing and safety measures and by forcing self-isolating workers to survive on statutory sick pay (SSP).
newsIrish chemical logistics specialist acquired
Rhenus has bought Irish chemical logistics specialist C+G Logistics.
articleRetailers move to ensure they can store increased stock
With retail businesses struggling in the current Covid-19 circumstances, their online sales have seen a large increase, from gym equipment to food & drink. This means that businesses are starting to stockpile and need to increase warehouse space and deploy innovative structures to boost both space and processes.
newsMajor new site to be developed in Suffolk
Jaynic has appointed as development manager for Gateway 14, which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mid Suffolk District Council.
productLogistics industry bodies warn warehouses reaching capacity
Companies are still receiving stock but with demand receding due to coronavirus and its associated economic lockdown, warehouse space is filling up.
productCOVID-19 catalyst for host of supply chain changes
‘Scale and pace’ is the imperative for supply chain transformations in this time of crisis. A critical need for a further 60,000 home delivery drivers is just one concern – managing complex transformations is another. Could skilled interim managers be a vital resource in the rush to effect fast change?
newsFTA advice centre inquiries surge due to Covid-19
Enquiries into FTA’s Member Advice Centre (MAC) have more than doubled since the start of the Covid-19 outbreak.
productSainsbury’s invests in AI-driven supply chain
The grocer has selected Blue Yonder’s Luminate end-to-end artificial intelligence (AI) powered supply chain platform.
productKit to boost pack room operation
Kite Packaging has launched packing benches and paper roll holders, both slick additions to any pick, pack and despatch operation.
newsFree Shipster licence extensions to clients combatting Pandemic
Client warehouses despatching goods such as PPE and medications are offered extra shipping software licences to boost distribution free of charge.
newsLockdown: UKWA urgently calls for business rates holiday
Further to confirmation by the government that the COVID-19 restrictions are to continue with no clear end in sight, the UKWA has made a direct appeal to Rishi Sunak MP, Chancellor of The Exchequer and Minister Robert Jenrick MP.
newsTake-up of warehousing falls sharply
Cushman & Wakefield’s Industrial Outlook revealed take-up down to 5.5 million sq ft, a 32% decline compared to the 10-year average.
productRelaxation of drivers’ hours must not have safety cost
The Government has announced an extension to the relaxation to both the EU and GB driving-hours rules for the goods sectors. These initially commenced at 00:01 on Monday 23 March 2020 and will now run until 23:59 on Sunday 31 May 2020.
productExport achievements impress Queen’s Award judges
Returnable packaging solutions provider Loadhog has been presented with a Queen’s Award for International Trade.
articleThere is no manual for this
HSS spoke to Charlie Shiels, CEO at ArrowXL to find out about some of the challenges the business has been facing during the pandemic.
productCubing and weighing for medical products distributor
The CubiScan 100 integrated cubing and weighing system offered fast, accurate and comprehensive data to the supplier.
productCope with rapid increase in demand
With COVID-19 causing a rapid increase in the demand for food and drink, could packaging efficiency and automation provide the buffer businesses need during peak times?
newsDrone deliveries to homes not likely despite new Government initiative
The Drone Delivery Group welcomed a drone testing initiative unveiled by the Department for Transport.
