articlePlan for the future
After the unpredictability of the past few years, the UK’s cold chain professionals have been afforded a little more opportunity to plan for the future over the course of 2023, says Tom Southall.
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article2024: The Year of Warehousing
2024 will mark the 80th anniversary of UK Warehousing Association (UKWA), since its inception as the National Association of Inland Warehouse Keepers, in 1944.
articleFight your corner
We have a vicious circle. Logistics is not viewed as attractive by many job seekers but until we ensure that the logistics sector is paying everyone fairly, we’re unlikely to appeal to a diverse workforce, says Kirsten Tisdale.
articleRevolutionary software tool ready to drive major change in logistics sector
A LEADING software solutions provider for the logistics industry is ready to go live with a groundbreaking system which it says will revolutionise the sector.
newsAirline chooses dedicated logistics partner
WINCANTON HAS been chosen as Jet2.com’s dedicated transport partner. The new partnership sees Wincanton manage delivery of the leading airline’s retail products to airports across the UK.
productTransforming parcel shipment monitoring
UNABIZ, THE IoT service provider and integrator has launched SeeGALE with KYOCERA Communication Systems, the asset management solution based in Japan, to transform parcels and boxes shipment monitoring in Europe.
newsPartnership aims to speed up aviation decarbonisation
DHL EXPRESS and World Energy, a SAF producer and low-carbon solutions provider, have signed a long-term strategic agreement to accelerate the decarbonisation of aviation logistics through the purchase of approx. 668 million litres of Sustainable Aviation Fuel via sustainable aviation fuel certificates (SAFc).
newsEuropa wins big Gold in ‘Golden Triangle’ awards
3PL FULFILLMENT provider Europa Warehouse in Corby, Northamptonshire, has won two awards at this year’s Northamptonshire Logistics Awards (NLA).
newsPackaging company of the year
KITE PACKAGING has won Packaging Company of the Year at the 2023 UK Packaging Awards.
articlePackaging innovations outlined
Transit packaging plays a crucial role within the complex web of supply chain logistics, ensuring the safe and seamless transportation of goods, says Kite Packaging.
articlePacked and sorted
AN ECOMM retailer has upgraded its packing and sortation system to meet increasing levels of consumer demand.
productJD deploys right-size packaging
SPORTS FASHION retailer JD has embarked upon a programme of investment in right-size auto-boxing systems from Sparck Technologies.
newsWaitrose & Partners awards 3PL contract
GXO LOGISTICS has extended its agreement with Waitrose & Partners, and will continue to operate two key UK distribution hubs located within Waitrose’s Milton Keynes campus.
articleDigital capabilities added to Korrvu Packaging
TO IMPROVE turnaround time from design to production, SEE has introduced new digital die cutting capabilities for its Sealed Air brand Korrvu retention and suspension packaging.
newsManufacturers choose London Gateway
TWO MANUFACTURERS have chosen to locate at the London Gateway Logistics Park, part of the Thames Freeport.
productPeel Ports Group extends steel terminal
THE PORT operator started construction of the 20,000 sq ft extended warehouse at its North 3 Canada Dock earlier this year.
articleAnalysis: electric truck market crisis
IN THE wake of Volta’s bankruptcy, Parcelhero’s head of consumer research, David Jinks provides perspective and analysis.
productSamson Nano Live launches at PPMA
SAMSON NANO is the pallet wrapping system from Samson Pallet Stability, which includes the Capex-free machine, all film, servicing and maintenance as part of a fixed price per wrapped pallet.
newsParcel service launches
FREIGHT LOGISTICS provider Speedy Freight has launched a parcel service.
newsBlue Yonder to buy Doddle
THE SUPPLY chain IT leader has targeted last mile specialist Doddle to add to its eCommerce returns service.
