productSWIFTI cobot looking nifty
ABB has launched the SWIFTI CRB 1300 industrial collaborative robot, aiming to bridge the gap between industrial and collaborative robots.
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productShipStation adds UPS to UK carrier service
The cloud-based eCommerce shipping solution gives merchants access to UPS’s domestic and international shipping services at discounted rates.
product3PL appoints first in-house driver trainer
Two drivers have qualified as Class 2 licence holders at Miniclipper Logistics, which launched its ‘Warehouse to Wheels’ driver development campaign last year.
productWickes extends contract with Wincanton
The home improvement retailer has awarded a four year contract to the supply chain solutions provider that will extend its mandate.
newsSustainable Aviation Fuel for DHL shipments
DHL Express has launched GoGreen Plus, a new service that will allow customers to reduce the carbon emissions associated with their shipments through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
newsApp supports packaging orders
KITE PACKAGING is the first supplier in the sector to launch an app to support customer ordering.
productDescartes acquires GroundCloud
The logistics software firm has acquired GroundCloud, a cloud-based provider of final-mile carrier solutions and road safety compliance tools.
productDaifuku and ULMA Handling Systems to highlight partnership at LogiMAT
Daifuku, one of the world’s largest material handling system providers, and ULMA Handling Systems, a key partner company, have been working closely together since 1984.
productBakers Basco revs up surveillance capabilities
Bakers Basco, the membership scheme set up by Allied Bakeries, Fine Lady Bakeries, Frank Roberts & Sons, Hovis and Warburtons to manage an industry wide bakery equipment solution, has ramped up its tech capabilities with body worn video cameras to improve its equipment tracking surveillance to catch unlawful abusers.
newsBuyouts looking ‘lively’ in logistics
The UK logistics and supply chain management sector remains ‘lively’ for M&A, despite deal activity falling from record levels in 2021, says accountancy and business advisory firm BDO.
productPalletising partnership provides food for thought
Ever-tougher customer demands are driving an exciting new partnership between Swedish palletising product leader InterSystem and LAC Logistics Automation, a fast-growing integrator who will bring InterSystem’s palletising products to the UK market.
productGXO to use AI to boost site security
THE 3PL is expanding its technology partnership with Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD).
newsKey appointments for Logistics UK
Logistics UK has strengthened its Board with the appointment of three new directors.
newsEverywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards extends entry deadline
The nomination deadline for the 2023 everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards, launched to inspire more women to progress careers in the industry, has been extended until 20th February 2023.
articleInflation to further warp retail sector in 2023
New research suggests shoppers will pay more for less in 2023 as inflation adds £18.2 billion to UK non-food sales despite volumes decreasing by 4.9%.
productTime for automation at IntraLogistex
PACKAGING AUTOMATION specialist Sealed Air will be showcasing its wide range of protective packaging solutions at this year’s IntraLogistex show.
articleSoftware for contract-packing: the missing element
Josephine Coombe, managing director of Nulogy in Europe, highlights the many benefits purpose-built contract packing software is bringing to leading logistics providers’ value-added services.
productPallet network invests in electric pump trucks
PALLETWAYS LONDON has invested in a new fleet of electric pump trucks to assist its drivers making multi-drops for home deliveries across the west, north-west, southwest and central London.
productFreightroute cuts costs by going green
A leading palletised freight delivery company is enjoying important operational benefits and reduced costs after replacing its diesel materials handling fleet with electric forklifts.
newsFreeport East appoints innovation lead
The freeport has appointed Steven Wilson to head of innovation.
