articleTurn and face the change
Consultant Phil Reuben explains why a dynamic supply chain is essential in 2021.
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productTamper evidence is integral to the supply chain
THE ROLE of ‘real’ tamper evident security labels and box tapes is developing quickly, as an integral part of the supply chain in 2021 for B2B and B2C, says Tamper Technologies.
productTamper evidence is integral to the supply chain
THE ROLE of ‘real’ tamper evident security labels and box tapes is developing quickly, as an integral part of the supply chain in 2021 for B2B and B2C, says Tamper Technologies.
articleNestle and XPO flagship DC is fully operational
XPO LOGISTICS and Nestlé have announced their flagship distribution centre in the UK has completed its phased opening to full operations.
productOcado has opened its first mini CFC
The online retailer plans two more by the end of the year.
articleLithium-ion ready trucks launch
THE THREE platform pallet truck models by Hyster Europe are designed for maximising productivity in intense industry applications.
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.
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.
articleCooling solution for beverage closure company
Expertly designed systems from UPM Conveyors can be the perfect solution to manufacturing issues, resulting in a more efficient, cost effective process, says the firm.
productMore fresh products
CAPRABO, SUPERMARKET chain Eroski Group’s distribution chain, commissioned AR Racking to fit out its strategic and new logistics platform located in the Free Zone (Barcelona).
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.
newsWaitrose West London ‘dark store’ opens
Wincanton has started operations at a new Customer Fulfilment Centre (“CFC”, also known as a “dark store”) for Waitrose.com in Greenford, West London, making it the first supply chain partner to create a dark store for grocery home deliveries in the UK.
productAutomated loading and unloading
THE POD maintains temperature integrity and loads and unloads quickly.
articleSwisslog hosts webinar to support e-grocers in fulfilment challenge
The grocery industry hit a tipping point with e-commerce in 2020 and there is no turning back. E-grocery fulfilment will continue to challenge grocery supply chains, making automation technology even more important.
articleLynas Food Service invests in VNA
Jungheinrich UK is helping to support the expansion of the largest family-operated Foodservice Company in Ireland, Lynas Food Service, through the deployment of a range of intelligent materials handling equipment across several sites.
productHigh speed carton sortation
THE ALLIANCE GROUP has awarded a multi-million contract to Scott.
newsAsda plans to close hubs and expand ‘in-store pick’
The supermarket has announced plans to serve the increasing number of customers shopping online by expanding its ‘in-store pick’ model – projecting the creation of 4,500 new roles in store-based online operations across the country.
productSmart logistics robots for e-grocery application
GEEK+ HAS been selected by myEnso, a German online grocery start-up to upgrade the company’s DC for FMCG with a goods-to-person robotics solution.
productAre you looking to protect food in transit?
Protecting items during transit is vital, particularly if delicate and susceptible to being ruined if in the incorrect temperature range, says Kite Packaging.
productDesigned to suit food markets
HART’S ASSOCIATION with many major manufacturing sectors through its wide range of door products is widely acknowledged. One sector includes the UK’s biggest sector, the £100 bn Food and Drink industry which employs over 4m people.
