articleJoining the tech revolution
Tomorrow’s supply chain is set for a surge in digital transformation, says Clare Bottle.
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articleFinalists announced for everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards
Now in its 16th year, the awards celebrate the vital contribution women make to transport and logistics across all sectors of the industry – from freight and retail to automotive, maritime and air transport.
articleInterroll couriers favour with express parcel sorting
Leading global provider of materials handling solutions, Interroll has launched its High Performance Conveyor Platform (HPP) to cater to the unique belt conveyor requirements of the courier-express-parcel (CEP) market.
articleMeeting tough challenges head on
It was no picnic when Europa Warehouse opened a huge new facility during the pandemic, especially as it included a significant automated component. Europa Worldwide Group chief operating officer Dionne Redpath talks to Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy about how the firm worked through the challenge.
productCocktails firm extends 3PL contract
FUNKIN Cocktails has extended its relationship with Europa Worldwide Group.
newsBankruptcy alerts see spike
A report from risk monitoring firm Resilinc has revealed the biggest disruptions impacting the supply chain.
productMoody’s: businesses lacking visibility
Research from Moody’s Analytics has found 69% of businesses say they do not have the necessary visibility over their supply chains to uncover risk in their organisational networks to avoid reputational harm.
articleAutomated palletisation for Mindful Chef
In 2022, BS Handling Systems completed the design, manufacture and installation of pick-to-light conveyor lines at the specialist retailer’s distribution hub in Redditch.
articleThe future is measurement and analysis
There are major changes on the cards regarding energy consumption and the future of the cold store warehouse, says Shane Brennan.
articleBSE UK helps boost warehouse efficiency
AS WAREHOUSES across the UK face increasing pressure to maximise their existing space and reduce costs, improving efficiency has become a top priority for warehouse owners and managers.
articleCrown revamps VNA trucks
A new generation of TSP Series VNA trucks bring a lot of advanced features as well as lifts to more than 17 metres.
articleVNA range updated and extended
Toyota Material Handling is launching two new Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) truck models: the newest models in the VCE-series offer high-standards of quality and performance to fit every operation’s needs.
productFocus on ASRS for faster order fulfilment
Kardex is home to the world’s largest selection of automated storage and retrieval solutions.
newsDegree apprenticeships target skills gap
Logistics businesses should consider investing in training and upskilling to ensure they retain talent and protect the long-term future of their operations, argues Caroline Evans.
productFood service firm upgrades voice picking
HENDERSON FOODSERVICE has invested in ZetesMedea Voice to increase throughput and productivity, while cutting delivery times.
articleSainsbury’s shifts significant logistics operations to 3PLs
THE GROCER announced plans to ‘transform and simplify its logistics operations’ by working more extensively with partners who already run significant parts of its network.
newsWincanton and Sainsbury’s expand relationship
Wincanton has been awarded a five-year contract renewal and expansion with J Sainsbury plc (Sainsbury’s) which sees it become the lead provider of transport services for the retailer.
newsSwisslog to deliver keynote at Women in Logistics conference
Swisslog will be participating in the Women in Logistics UK Conference 2023, taking place on 27th April at GXO’s Nestlé UK Digital Distribution Warehouse of the Future.
productSmart Box Detection launches
SICK has launched an industry-first safety light curtain system for Smart Box Detection, designed to enable the continuous safe material flow of cartons or cuboid goods at the entry or exit points of protected areas, while safeguarding people from dangerous materials-handling, conveying or packaging machinery.
productFreeze out the energy challenge
FOOD WHOLESALER Turner Price is tackling energy cost challenges through the installation of a new high-speed freezer door – the Eiger Door from Union Industries.
