articleExpect Distribution has added further Flexi articulated lift trucks to the already extensive fleet of Flexi very narrow aisle machines that are in operation across its multi-user warehouse facilities in Halifax and Bradford.
productLogistics operators that once relied largely on human labour are now testing autonomous forklifts, self-driving carts, and other technology intended to improve efficiency and cut costs by automating repetitive tasks and freeing workers up to handle more complex jobs, WSJ reports.
articleThere is no doubt that Covid-19 and the resulting lockdowns had a huge impact on the food & beverage industry.
articleThe UK health and beauty retailer has significantly enhanced eComm packing performance by deploying two Quadient fit-to-size automated packing machines. An unforeseen benefit from the investment was the ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to the doubling of online orders following the Covid-19 lockdown.
productThe online grocery platform and solutions provider has acquired Kindred Systems for US$262 million and Haddington Dynamics for US$25m.
productRetailer centralises operations in bid to conquer complexities of eComm fulfilment.
productNew warehouse for supermarket will feature a range of automated solutions.
productThe comprehensive system automates document insertion, weighing and labelling as well as handling.
productDutch firm Plus Retail is optimising its dry assortment supply chain.
productThe deal is an expansion of an existing service contract and will now cover all automation solutions at Coop Denmark’s Odense DC.
newsGlobal investment manager BlackRock and property developer Graftongate have announced two lettings deals that have taken its Heathrow Logistics Park scheme to full occupancy.
newsHarworth Group will speculatively develop a 50,800 sq. ft industrial unit on its last remaining land plot at Logistics North in Bolton which is expected will be ready for occupation by Spring 2021.
newsScarMuir Group are bringing to market Scotland’s largest distribution hub, Q1-500, at Queensferry One on the Rosyth Waterfront, Fife.
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articleOf all the unknowns surrounding Covid-19 one thing is certain, its effects and legacy have changed the way people work, live and play, says Tony Dobson.
articleAdvanced robotics and automation technologies are becoming increasingly commonplace due to lower costs, improved capabilities, and the availability of products tailored to the needs of the industry, according to The Logistics Trend Radar from DHL. Simon Duddy reports.
articleAnalytics can help managing the rise and cost of online returns, says Ken Fleming.
articleIs it time to consider a radical approach to distributing eComm orders using underground magnetised loops instead of trucks and vans, asks Phill Davies?
productTompkins Robotics has released the t-Sort solution, which has been designed for micro-fulfillment operations.
productThe leading international freight transport and logistics insurer, TT Club has drawn attention to action required to reduce perishable cargo losses and refrigerated container failures and damage.
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