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.
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productEasy-to-use data loggers
AT THIS year’s Sensor+Test in Nuremberg from June 11-13, T&D Corporation (booth 1-311) will showcase cutting-edge data logger solutions, including the TR4A, TR7 and RTR500B series.
productUnaBiz upgrades Sigfox 0G technology
THE INTERNET of Things (IoT) service provider and integrator has revamped Sigfox 0G technology, reducing device energy consumption by up to 18 times.
productContract awarded with B2C and B2B elements
Uniserve has been awarded a long-term logistics contract with Meaco, a supplier of air treatment and humidity control products and solutions.
productFentimans extends supply chain deal
Wincanton has achieved a five-year extension to its supply chain partnership with the premium soft drinks brand.
productPaint manufacturer saving £1 million per year
A LEADING global paint manufacturer has saved £1 million per year by rectifying ongoing movement in transport (MIT) issues.
news3PL invests in shared user network vehicles
XPO has started to roll out 160 new rigid vehicles in its shared user network in the UK over the next four months.
articleSouthgate Global explores the key benefits of supplier consolidation
Supplier fragmentation is fast becoming an increasing challenge for organisations of all sizes, from global corporations to single-site operators. Many are growing tired of wrestling with maintaining detailed records in the ERP on thousands of suppliers supplying similar goods in the same categories.
articleIs it time to take stock of securing and sealing?
From preventing in-transit damage to deterring theft, effective securing and sealing of packages is crucial to ensuring they reach their destination intact. But is effective enough?
newsGXO completes acquisition of Wincanton
The deal expands GXO’s presence in key strategic growth sectors and materially enhances offering for UK and Ireland customers.
articlePut operations first
THG Brands chief operating officer Tom Killeen – a leader in eComm fulfilment – tells Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy how an operations first approach is paying dividends for the company.
newsJD Sports appoints Wincanton as national transport services partner
THE MULTI-YEAR contract, which begins in August 2024, will see Wincanton provide transport services for retail operations from JD Sports’ distribution centres to its growing footprint of over 560 retail stores nationwide.
newsXPO in 4PL win
Global crop protection leader UPL has enlisted XPO in a new three-year partnership.
articleAI ‘greatest opportunity since cloud’
SAP SE has unveiled AI advancements in its supply chain solutions that aim to transform productivity, efficiency and precision in manufacturing.
articleLoadhog launches new container for automation
LEADING PACKAGING manufacturer, Loadhog is launching the Autotote 64, a container designed specifically to meet the challenges of intralogistics automation.
newsNew CEO for DB Schenker UK & Ireland
Aaron Scott has been appointed to the role, succeeding Ray Hennessy who has held the position the last eight years.
productTIMCON urges pallet reuse incentive from Government
The Timber Packaging & Pallet Confederation (TIMCON) says discussions with DEFRA on the implementation of a reuse incentive scheme for wooden packaging have been “extremely positive”.
articleDon’t count on paying off ransomware criminals
In the last year, ransomware attacks on logistics firms have surged, says Ian Harragan.
articleSupplier consolidation: the benefits and four steps to implement
As the fast-evolving landscape of logistics continues to drive the need for efficiency, organisations of all sizes are looking to streamline operations in order to stay ahead. In doing so, an increasing number of manufacturing, 3PL, eCommerce and warehouse operations are moving away from sourcing from a broad spectrum of suppliers and instead, seeking a single-source solution.
articleKite Packaging launches thermal labels and printers range
THE COMPANY now offers a diverse selection of direct thermal and thermal transfer printers along with corresponding consumables, labels and ribbons.
