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.
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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.
productHGV driver shortages to continue
A RECENT report from the International Road Transport Union (IRU) describes a worrying outlook for European road haulage with HGV driver shortages set to worsen over the next four years.
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.
newsWaitrose chargepoints for staff cars
THE RETAILER’S main distribution centre in Bracknell has installed 14 22kW EV rapid chargepoints.
articleOmnichannel priorities shift as eComm’s exponential growth slows
Latest omni channel retail innovations still need to rely on risk free data and a single view of stock to deliver a seamless customer journey across all channels, says Helena Jaconelli.
article‘Heavy price to pay’ for retailers who get Peak 2023 wrong
Points to consider when planning for Peak 2023 in an environment of high inflation. Stuart Higgins provides the analysis.
articleCoffee farmers overcome packaging challenges
DP World’s e-commerce platform, DUBUY.com, recently helped Rwandan coffee farmers overcome their packaging challenges, highlighting the critical role of technology solutions in supporting communities globally. Mike Bhaskaran explains.
articleConsider tech to manage pricing and rebates
Manufacturers can use intelligent pricing to withstand demand highs, lows and cancellations, says John Moss.
newsNew border controls risk fresh food inflation
THE COLD Chain Federation has warned that the UK government’s new food import controls for goods from the EU will cause shortages and price inflation, particularly affecting small businesses.
productEarly design collaboration brings dividends
ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems, has supplied a suite of entrance systems for Gemini8 Business Park in Warrington.
productSwisslog will showcase latest products and rebranding at LogiMAT
THE INTRALOGISTICS specialist will showcase flexible robotics and intelligent automation including its SynQ software platform and SAP EWM solutions.
productKite Packaging launches custom packing benches
The leading online UK packaging supplier has launched modular custom packing benches. These are made from ready-built units to the customer’s specification for a bench which better suits their industry, operation and environment.
newsIndustry reacts to Asia trade deal
The UK has signed a deal to join the he Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) with 11 Asia and Pacific nations.
articleWar disruption: Chemical supply chain analysed
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has had a significant impact on the chemical supply chain. Chemical supply chains both within Europe and globally have been compromised and many long-established routes have been disrupted, says Suttons International. The company says it can analyse the short-term impact, but the long-term effects are yet to be fully understood.
newsBrewDog appoints first chief supply chain officer
Chris Fielden has taken on the new role, which will cover all aspects of sourcing, production, packaging and distribution for BrewDog beers and spirits.
productDeliveroo invests in urban logistics space
Deliveroo Hop has signed a seven-year lease for a new 2,980 sq ft warehouse at SEGRO’s Acton Park Industrial Estate, which forms part of the company’s Park Royal portfolio in North-West London.
productCEVA Logistics on AMR investment
GLOBAL HEAD of contract logistics, Bart Beeks, says: “At CEVA, we define innovation as the implementation of new ideas with business impact.”
articleHyster whitepaper analyses forklifts in tough industries
The new eBook, titled ‘Top Trends Influencing Your Industrial Forklift Selection’, considers how the needs of different stakeholders across a demanding materials handling operation may drive lift truck specification.
productNew Look appoints supply chain partner
The three-year contract begins in July 2023 and will see Wincanton provide national transport services from the retailer’s national distribution centre in Newcastle-under-Lyme to replenish stock at New Look’s 400 stores across the UK and Republic of Ireland.
