newsGLP had record year in 2020
The global logistics property group signed leases for 244 million sq ft of warehousing, driven by record levels of renewal leases and e-commerce demand.
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articleWinning the e-grocery race
The Swedish food retailer, Axfood, had long been looking for a solution that would bring together its traditional store business with its E-Commerce business in one logistics centre. It matched up with Witron which has developed a specialist automated omnichannel strategy.
productNew web app for CocoonTMP visibility tool
COCOONFMS HAS extended the capabilities of its CocoonTMP product by developing a web app to allow the users of CocoonTMP to view their shipments on their mobile device.
productAddressing the challenge of effective e-grocery
As the world moves further into the digital landscape, grocers are racing to find the best way to channel new opportunities. But while the e-grocery industry is poised for growth, it also faces unique challenges: changing trends, last mile delivery, and increasing pressure on brick-and-mortar retail.
newsPlanning helps Combilift tackle post-Brexit market
Irish specialist forklift manufacturer Combilift brought in measures to ensure business continuity in the wake of increased customs friction between the EU and the UK in the aftermath of Brexit.
productCombilift rolls out Covid testing for factory employees
On January 18, the Irish specialist forklift manufacturer introduced serial Covid testing for all employees at its plant in Co Monaghan, Ireland.
articleNarrow aisle order picker built for replenishment
The Aisle-Master AME-OP order picker is designed to both pick orders in narrow aisles, as well as lift pallets for replenishment, reaching to higher levels. The truck is also comfortable working outside loading and unloading pallets from lorries.
articleILG specifies storage system for multi-tier fulfilment
Outsourced fulfilment firm International Logistics Group (ILG), part of Yusen Logistics UK, has used the Whittan Group to fit out a warehouse near Gatwick.
articlePowering logistics for effective e-grocery
As the world moves further into the digital landscape, grocers are racing to find the best way to channel new opportunities. But while the e-grocery industry is poised for growth, it also faces unique challenges, says Swisslog.
productKey pharma platform to support Covid response
PLASTIC PALLETS from UK market leader Goplasticpallets.com were recently given one of their most important tasks to date – supporting the production of the second Covid-19 vaccine across several continents.
newsLast-mile posing key vaccine challenge
The CEO of DHL says governments are not adequately prepared for the distribution of Covid-19 vaccines, and says delays are mainly down to a lack of last-mile storage and delivery capacity.
newsFears for warehouse jobs after Arcadia acquired by ASOS
JOBS ARE under threat at the warehouses formerly run by the Arcadia group.
productYale solutions for pulp and recycling
FROM LOOSE loose to packaged, recycled blocks and finished sheets, paper is used in a multitude of applications; hence the need to handle a variety of materials. Not only does Yale understand the solutions required to meet the needs of every facet of the paper industry, but it also has an appreciation of the evolving nature of the sector.
newsBoost for Pets at Home as planning for huge DC approved
PLANS HAVE been unanimously approved for a new state-of-the-art national storage and distribution centre in Staffordshire on behalf of the UK’s leading pet care business, Pets at Home.
productTrusted partners being recruited by MiTek Mezzanine Systems to meet European demand
With an established German office in Cologne, MiTek Mezzanine Systems can offer clients a seamless Brexit experience.
productHeavy duty cladded building
G-TEM, a manufacturer of metal automotive pressings and sub-assemblies, required heavy duty racking for the storage of press tools.
product11-day install at busy 3PL site
Howard Tenens carried out a request for quotes when specifying a new temporary building.
articleConsolidated fulfilment operations
Dematic has completed an automated distribution centre for the Landmark Group in Dubai, UAE, allowing the multinational retailer to consolidate the logistics activities for part of its five existing manual distribution sites.
articleReturns: Develop clear policies
Smart WMS can help you implement a realistic set of warehouse procedures to ensure your team can manage return volume without getting overwhelmed, explains SnapFulfil CEO, Tony Dobson.
articleStrategic use of WMS
MATALAN HAS reacted to the pandemic to placing even more emphasis on eCommerce, and this has been backed up with a supply chain transformation powered by Manhattan WMS.
