productLighting manufacturer awards logistics contract
KINAXIA LOGISTICS has agreed a three-year contract to provide UK distribution, warehousing and other services for a global lighting company.
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productPort extends connection to renewables
A LEADING manufacturer of subsea cables connecting the global offshore energy industry has reaffirmed its commitment to continued growth in Hartlepool by signing long-term contract extensions with PD Ports.
articleKeep pace with online drink orders
It’s crucial to manage cashflow and fluctuating demand even as deeper trends point to continued growth in the online alcohol market, says Dionne Redpath, making shared user automation an enticing solution.
productCompact fulfilment packaging system
SEE (FORMERLY Sealed Air) has expanded its range of automated E-Commerce packaging systems with the launch of the SEE AUTOBAG brand 850SP – a compact fulfilment packaging system designed for paper stream mailing bags.
productCustoms warehouse authorisation secured
EUROPA WAREHOUSE has fully achieved Customs Warehouse Authorisation by HMRC, marking the next major step in its warehouse investment programme to better support the pain points of traditional and ecommerce retailers.
articleAnalyse dimensions to boost space utilisation
KNAPP IS making its MultiScan master data capture system available to customers through short-term rental or outright purchase.
articleCold Chain Federation looks ahead to 2024
PHIL PLUCK became chief executive of the Cold Chain Federation in November 2023, bringing to the federation a wealth of experience from his leadership roles at professional membership bodies in various sectors. Here, he answers our questions about the cold chain industry and its federation.
newsPharma cross dock into operation
GEODIS HAS put a new 700 sq m temperature-controlled location with an integrated cooling area in Rodgau, Germany.
productLast-mile specialist Stuart acquired
STUART HAS been acquired by Munich-based private equity holding company Mutares from Geopost.
newsKinaxia invests in CNG trucks
Kinaxia Logistics has taken delivery of its first batch of tractor units powered by compressed natural gas as it moves towards having a net zero fleet across its national linehaul service.
articleManufacturers face spare parts boom
The kickback against the ‘throw-away’ consumer society is gathering pace, with manufacturers under increasing pressure to stock and supply spare parts, says Jo Bradley.
productDiageo embarks on HVO trial
THE DRINKS leader has teamed up with freight management firm Zeus to begin ambitious Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel trials in the UK.
productEnergy benchmarking for cold storage
The Cold Chain Federation has revealed new Energy Benchmarks for UK cold stores, along with a bespoke tool available to the Federation’s members, to help businesses compare the energy usage of their cold stores with similar facilities around the UK.
newsMini air paper cushion inflating system launches
DESIGNED TO produce air cushions on demand, this compact plug-and-play system from Kite Packaging integrates into existing packaging set ups and requires very little storage space.
productEco-friendly machine PET tape
FEATURING A 15 micron polyester carrier and an 18 micron hotmelt adhesive, Kite Packaging’s new PET machine tape is efficient, cost-effective and eco-friendly.
newsBidfood extends Microlise deal
MICROLISE GROUP has extended its contract with foodservice distribution player Bidfood.
productPrintable 5G shipping label launches
REELABLES SAYS the solution will allow logistics providers, cargo forwarders, and retailers to track shipments at the piece level as they move through the supply chain.
productEPAL launches traceable pallet
THE EPAL Euro QR pallet features a scannable code linked to a unique serial number, helping to boost supply chain visibility, improve efficiency, and optimise stock management.
productMajor fleet investment for Arrow XL
THE TWO-person home delivery specialist has invested £5 million into its fleet of delivery vehicles.
productCustom-built logistics solutions
STACI PROVIDES UK and global multichannel logistics services to some of the world’s best-loved and fastest-growing brands and retailers.
