productOcado has opened its first mini CFC
The online retailer plans two more by the end of the year.
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articleMassive global warehouse boom predicted
A CONSULTANCY has predicted a growth of 28,500 warehouses worldwide but sees most of this growth outside Europe and the USA.
productKörber signs partnership with robot sorter specialist
Autonomous mobile sorting robots from Libiao Robotics will enhance Körber’s AMR portfolio to tackle supply chain complexities.
newsCitySprint moves to new Birmingham site
The courier has been operational in Birmingham for over a decade.
productAR Racking reconfigures Great Bear’s Nottingham warehouse
“The Great Bear warehouse in Nottingham required a brand new racking solution accompanied by some layout modifications to transform it into a more flexible operating facility,” explained Culina Group capital projects director Andrew Collinson. “We are delighted to have entrusted AR Racking and to now have a warehouse with capacity fully optimised.”
productDHL makes 250m euro sortation investment
DHL and Beumer Group have signed an agreement on the use of new sorting technology.
articleAccelerate the transformation
In the wake of plans to build a major new automated hub, Royal Mail’s Achim Dunnwald offers insight on its transformation strategy.
articleLithium-ion ready trucks launch
THE THREE platform pallet truck models by Hyster Europe are designed for maximising productivity in intense industry applications.
productWork clothing specialist expands with TGW
TGW IS adding FlashPick to the existing fulfillment centre in Bruges. The smart system for automatic split case picking enables the Belgium-based work clothing specialist to reduce its lead times and speed up deliveries.
newsSainsbury’s to close London fulfilment centre
The grocer is shifting emphasis in its online growth plans and seeking to expand the capacity of its stores to fulfil grocery orders.
articleDrop tray sorter launched by Interroll
THE SPLIT Tray Sorter MT015S is designed for a wide range of potential users and aims to make it easier for companies to enter the e-commerce market or can be used as a flexible addition to existing sortation solutions, for example in the fashion industry, the pharmaceutical industry, and for parcel service providers.
articleLeap in parcel capacity for Hermes
Chris Barrett shares details of the automation strategy of leading parcel courier Hermes.
productDPD posts massive growth
COVID-19 led to an unexpected surge for the parcel industry. Countrywide lockdowns, self-isolation and preventative measures prompted a soar in deliveries.
productCollapsible container saves space
LOADHOG HAS extended its range of Collapsible Containers with a 320mm version. It is capable of reducing to a smaller proportion of its height within its own footprint, making it ideal where space saving is a necessity.
newsChancellor announces eight freeports for England
The Budget 2021 speech delivered by Chancellor Rishi Sunak outlined plans to set up freeports in England.
articleKeeping an eye on the big picture
As a direct result of the pandemic, the demand for e-grocery has risen by more than 60%. This requires an intelligent software solution approach based on real-time analytics, says Swisslog.
articleClear benefits
A modern approach to flooring can boost safety and efficiency. Just ask Ocado, says ASG Services sales director Chris Hopkirk.
news‘Disappointing budget’ for logistics sector
Commenting on today’s budget, Peter Ward, CEO of the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA), has expressed disappointment that the Government has done little to support the warehousing and logistics sector, which has supported the economy through the global pandemic and is faced with the costs of massive transformational change.
productAutomated loading and unloading
THE POD maintains temperature integrity and loads and unloads quickly.
articleAdapting fast to seasonal peaks
Using the power of innovative technology to excel your operation throughout the whole year (watch the video).
