Shifting sands of automation
Chris Walton, head of contract logistics Europe at CEVA Logistics sees a significant shift towards more flexible use of warehouse automation. Simon Duddy reports.
Chris Walton, head of contract logistics Europe at CEVA Logistics sees a significant shift towards more flexible use of warehouse automation. Simon Duddy reports.
In the fast-paced world of warehouse logistics, where efficiency and reliability are paramount, unsuccessful deliveries damage reputations, erode customer satisfaction and inflict substantial financial losses.
ATTRITION RATES on bread baskets and dolly equipment used in the baking industry have fallen 4.34% and 6.63% respectively over the last year to reach their lowest levels in four years, new figures from Bakers Basco show.
THE NEW multi-user facility in Coventry is entirely powered by renewable electricity and is the first operationally carbon neutral new build DHL site in the UK.
THE DELIVERY firm enables Co-op member-owners and customers to order groceries via Co-op’s online shop.
SOUTHGATE GLOBAL has launched the modular pack bench for those frustrated with current off-the-shelf offerings or bespoke options that are too expensive.
WINCANTON HAS agreed to acquire Invar Group, a UK-based specialist in warehouse execution software, automation and controls.
Traka UK is attending IntraLogisteX 2024 with a keynote speaker slot to pledge its support to supply chain providers, whilst also unveiling powerful new locker solutions to enhance security and operational efficiency.
GXO LOGISTICS has gazumped a bid to purchase Wincanton from Ceva Logistics.
THG Ingenuity has launched a white paper highlighting five key challenges for fulfilment companies to overcome in 2024.
INDEPENDENT CONTRACT packing specialist recognised the need for a digital solution to enhance its agility and responsiveness.
SEE will be showcasing a range of automated packaging solutions at this year’s IntraLogisteX to meet growing demand from logistics professionals for full-scale automation of warehouses and supply chains.
PALLET WRAPPING automation specialists, Atlanta, showcased a range of innovations at this year’s LogiMAT exhibition.
MOSCA SHOWCASED complete strapping and stretch wrapping solutions that can be fully integrated into upstream systems at LogiMAT.
KITE PACKAGING has launched a corrugated fan fold, a long sheet of cardboard that has been scored and folded at regular intervals to resemble a fan.
O9 SOLUTIONS partners with Skechers to digitally transform the company’s retail planning processes.
Pallet wrapping automation specialists, Atlanta, will be showcasing a range of innovations at this year’s LogiMAT exhibition – the international trade show for intralogistics solutions and process management taking place on 19-21 March at Stuttgart Trade Fair Centre.
THE BOARD of Wincanton has confirmed that it has received a late competing bid from GXO Logistics to take over the company.
Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy discovers Unipart is much more than a logistics company in a chat with Group Chief Executive Darren Leigh.
XPO HAS taken on the work for the leading cereal brand.