articleSainsbury’s shifts significant logistics operations to 3PLs
THE GROCER announced plans to ‘transform and simplify its logistics operations’ by working more extensively with partners who already run significant parts of its network.
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productTech investment for parts supplier
ALLIANCE AUTOMOTIVE Group UK&I has awarded a contract to Exotec to provide automated warehousing for its new NDC.
articlePandrol upgrades loading dock to keep deliveries on track
RAILWAY FASTENINGS manufacturer Pandrol has installed a Thorworld modular loading dock and ramp to replace its previous Thorworld solution, which had delivered 15 years of service at the company’s Worksop facility.
productTouchMES responds to user need
INTERNATIONAL SUPPLY chain solutions provider TouchPath is launching TouchMES, a performance-driven manufacturing execution system (MES) that records and displays machine control and other shop floor data in real time.
productValue-add for Anglepoise in Delamode partnership
The logistics specialist will now manage 100% of warehousing and logistics for the UK and Continental European markets for the iconic brand.
newsWincanton and Sainsbury’s expand relationship
Wincanton has been awarded a five-year contract renewal and expansion with J Sainsbury plc (Sainsbury’s) which sees it become the lead provider of transport services for the retailer.
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.
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.
