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Kite Packaging launches custom packing benches 

The leading online UK packaging supplier has launched modular custom packing benches. These are made from ready-built units to the customer’s specification for a bench which better suits their industry, operation and environment. 

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Progress needed on greener large logistics vehicles

Following the government’s Net Zero announcement, Logistics UK welcomed progress on green energy and energy security but expressed disappointment at the continued lack of a plan for a green transition for larger logistics vehicles. 

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War disruption: Chemical supply chain analysed

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has had a significant impact on the chemical supply chain. Chemical supply chains both within Europe and globally have been compromised and many long-established routes have been disrupted, says Suttons International. The company says it can analyse the short-term impact, but the long-term effects are yet to be fully understood. 

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Energy storage deal for logistics operator

Cactos, a producer of energy storage systems, has signed a deal worth over 1 million euros with Finnish third-party logistics firm Logitri to install 20 Cactos One smart energy storage units at its logistics centre in Tuusula, Finland. 

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Deliveroo invests in urban logistics space

Deliveroo Hop has signed a seven-year lease for a new 2,980 sq ft warehouse at SEGRO’s Acton Park Industrial Estate, which forms part of the company’s Park Royal portfolio in North-West London.

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New Look appoints supply chain partner 

The three-year contract begins in July 2023 and will see Wincanton provide national transport services from the retailer’s national distribution centre in Newcastle-under-Lyme to replenish stock at New Look’s 400 stores across the UK and Republic of Ireland. 

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Collision between train and delivery van

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) recently completed a preliminary examination into the collision between a delivery van and a train that occurred at Home Farm user worked level crossing, near Alsager, at around 13:00 hrs on Saturday 11 February 2023.

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Pallet repair figures hit record

EPAL UK and Ireland has reported an uplift in the number of pallet repairs carried out across its network, as customers seek to mitigate the impact of growing supply chain costs.

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Bakery equipment attrition rates down

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 reported marked improvements in attrition rates across its bread baskets and dollies, owing to better cross-team collaboration and education with bakery stakeholders. 

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Davies Turner replaces forklift fleet

When Davies Turner looked to replace the forklift truck fleet at its Dartford regional distribution centre, the selection criteria went beyond securing the best possible equipment, the company was looking for commitment. 

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