productHigh density fast access
KASTOecostore tower storage system offers high storage density and short access times.
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articlePick-it-Easy and software optimisation
The AI-enabled redPILOT software and the new fulfilment workstation, Pick-it-Easy Evo were highlights at the KNAPP stand at IMHX.
productLogistics Park being built to suit eCommerce market
A warehouse and distribution complex is being designed specifically to meet the needs of eCommerce logistics.
productHome Office reconsidering its £30k immigrant salary threshold
The Home Office’s Carrie Golding told the audience at a UKWA event in the House of Lords this week that some two million EU nationals had applied for ‘settled status’ that would enable them and their families to stay in the UK after it leaves the Union.
productWickes frees up internal space
Wickes, a long standing customer of CopriSystems, wanted to free up internal space for picking systems, conveyor belts and other necessary equipment.
productWMS drives DC optimisation for glass and tableware supplier
Utopia Tableware, the UK’s largest supplier of glass and tableware to the hospitality industry, has deployed Microlistics WMS at its recently opened DC.
productSpec development scheme extended
MEPC has confirmed that a recently announced 138,000 sq ft speculative development scheme at its high-tech business estate Silverstone Park will be increased to 258,000 sq ft due to market demand.
productCrewe warehouse planned
Logistics property developer Panattoni has submitted plans for a single warehouse of 305,000 sq ft at Crewe Commercial Park on a 14-acre plot.
productEnd of an era as Hilary Devey sells Pall-Ex
Founder, owner, chairwomen and Dragon’s Den star Hilary Devey CBE has agreed to sell Pall-Ex Group to its network membership and management.
productHermes ramps up green lorry fleet
The consumer delivery specialist is adding a further 42 units to its fleet of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fuelled vehicles
articleStraddle carriers to star at Intermodal terminal
Maritime Transport has unveiled two new Konecranes Noell NSC 644 E straddle carriers at its Birmingham Intermodal Freight Terminal (BIFT).
productWarning against potential Black Friday postal strike
Consultancy BearingPoint has warned of very serious consequences if a Royal Mail strike occurs during the Black Friday Peak period.
productLogistics industry hit by ‘plummeting’ EU migrant numbers
Logistics businesses are struggling to fill job vacancies as the number of EU nationals immigrating to the UK for work continues to plummet, according to a report released this month by FTA.
article3PL automates carton processing
BS Handling Systems automated carton processing for supply chain service provider Advanced Supply Chain Group.
productCombi-CSS: Loads a 20’ container in three minutes
The Combilift Container Slip-Sheet (Combi-CSS) is designed for quicker, more efficient and safer mechanised loading of products (particularly long ones) into containers.
articleNew lifting kit has smart functions
Konecranes has announced the launch of three new lifting products to reinforce its comprehensive range of material handling equipment.
articleSamsung introduces shipping sorter
Avancon has helped build a sorting system for a Samsung DC in Korea which handles small units – like the new Galaxy Note 10 – and larger boxes and other products as well.
articleSmall parcels sorter launches
System integrator VanRiet has launched its new small parcel sorter, the HC Smalls Sorter.
productNew WMS drives ongoing automation
Power tool distributor Draper Tools is now using supply chain software and engineering company Red Ledge’s warehouse management system (WMS) to drive the ongoing automation of its warehousing and logistics.
articleCelebrating 100 years
Last year was a special and significant one for the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), as throughout 2019 we celebrated our centenary. Undoubtedly, it has been a time for commemoration and celebration, a chance for us to thank and applaud those who have volunteered, worked for and given up their time to build this Institute over the last 100 years.
