articleEvery now and then an initiative really catches the eye. In this case it is the collaboration between the mechanical engineering gurus at Cambridge University, and the logistics boffins at Heriot-Watt University, which have joined forces to form the Centre for Sustainable Road Freight (CfSRF).
newsGlobal logistics and supply chain provider Yusen Logistics has enhanced its dedicated less-than-container-load (LCL) product portfolio with a new service to accommodate existing business from Hong Kong to Rotterdam.
articleSDI’s PTU sorter has transformed sortation performance at No Limit’s multi-client distribution centre near Warsaw from day one.
productNorbert Dentressangle has agreed the acquisition of the freight forwarding activities of the Daher Group, well-known for its international freight forwarding expertise and with a network of eight agencies in France and three in Russia.
newsThe Austrian-owned group, KNAPP AG, has improved on last year’s record turnover to report an all-time high of approximately 380 million Euros on 31 March 2013.
newsThe Birmingham based haulier, a member of UK palletised distribution network, Palletline, yesterday went into administration. It had entered into a company voluntary agreement (CVA) in May 2012.
productAccording to NCEC – the UK’s National Chemical Emergency Centre – when it comes to dealing with spills, preparation, planning and training are key to an effective and efficient response.
newsvente-privee.com has set up a Brand Supply Chain Club to help optimise collaboration and ease the flow of products between the online flash sales pioneer and its 2,000 partner brands.
newsThe Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport has welcomed the publication of Transport for London’s ‘transport legacy – one year on’ report.
newsB&Q, Travis Perkins and Dixons have joined Sainsbury’s, DHL and many other great organisations in signing up as sponsors for the new 4-year Novus Logistics and Supply Chain BSc degree course that offers successful graduates a guaranteed job.
newsNorbert Dentressangle is working in partnership with Skills for Logistics to support the government funded Military Work Placement Scheme. The national initiative helps those leaving the armed forces bridge the gap between military and civilian life.
newsLegal firm Baker Tilly is warning haulage firms in the Midlands to get their tax affairs in order following an announcement by HMRC that it has launched a taskforce to tackle regional tax dodgers within the sector.
newsComputer and printing giant HP is transforming its global supply chain with cloud-based IT technology, with cloud-based supply chain software specialist GT Nexus signed up as a partner.
newsMedical supplies distributor Henry Schein has warned that an overly broad response to the breast implants scandal could cause unnecessary cost to the supply chain.
newsSDI Group has claimed a ‘world first’ in developing an automated Hanger Sorter system for recycling empty coat hangers used extensively by the fashion sector.
newsLogistics Link North has launched a new exhibition to expand its next event in Doncaster.
newsThe Freight Transport Association is asking for greater consistency ‘across-the-board’ in the time allowed for delivery drivers when stopping on them.
articleIn today’s challenging economic times, the growth in e-commerce has proven to be a lifeline for many retailers. As online sales continue to rise, many e-tailers are realising the many benefits that logistics automation offers to help win market share and maintain customer loyalty in this crucial sector.
productCompact, cost-effective and easy to install, Stannah’s brand new Levelmaster low-rise platform goods lift is stepping up stock movement in the Boldmere Road branch of giant UK superstore chain Sainsbury’s in Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands.
productWärtsilä, a provider of power solutions, needed to improve the productivity of its spare parts supply chain. It operated eight spare parts warehouses but recognised that major efficiencies could be achieved through centralising into one global distribution centre.
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