articleInvesting to tackle new challenges
In the last couple of years, Palletways has invested significantly in new infrastructure to strengthen its operations in the UK and across Europe.
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articlePall-ex rejects ‘price undercutting’ model
At the start of its 20th year of business, European palletised freight network, Pall-Ex announced its plans to shake up the logistics sector – by managing UK volume growth to a sustainable level, in order to focus on providing industry leading service.
articleThe long view on STR
Specialist suppliers have started to introduce bigger trucks to their fleets and, as businesses realise it is possible to hire supersize machines, they are turning to short-term rental as a cost-effective solution to their long-term materials handling needs. David Cooper, director of Cooper Specialised Handling, discusses the benefits of acquiring ‘big trucks’ on a short-term basis and securing the best deal.
productSmart highways demo in the Netherlands
NXP Semiconductors and DAF Trucks demonstrated self-driving technologies in automated trucks.
productAuthenticating brands
Counterfeiting, duty evasion and other forms of illicit trade are a substantial and growing problem across all market sectors, leading to increased calls for businesses to make use of highly secure product and brand authentication programs.
productBespoke structure boosts storage at Belfast harbour
Yara UK’s fertiliser storage and bagging facility at Belfast Harbour was in need of expensive refurbishment, over the years the corrosive attributes of the fertiliser had taken its toll on the existing structure and flooring.
productLive demos of stretch wrapping machinery
Automation and adaptability are the key messages for Antalis Packaging at Multimodal 2016.
productImpact makes heavy investment in portside trucks
Impact – sole distribution partner in the UK and Ireland for Konecranes Lift Trucks – has invested more than £1m in five new trucks from the manufacturer, adding two reach-stackers, a pair of heavy-duty forklifts and a truck outfitted for specialist applications to its hire fleet.
articleFTA publishes Freight Manifesto for Scotland
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) today publishes its Freight Manifesto for Scotland ahead of next month’s parliamentary elections.
productAV Dawson scoops award for automotive DC
Teesside’s automotive sector received another major boost when AV Dawson brought home a national award for its state-of-the-art automotive distribution centre.
productStraddle Carrier from Briggs for BAP Group
Briggs Equipment has supplied BAP Group with a materials handling solution at the Port of Felixstowe.
productAXA buys M1 logistics site in Luton
The site includes planning consent for over 400,000 sq ft (37,161 sq m) of logistics space.
articleDHL installs 99 loading bays at airport hub
An installation of 99 loading bays has been completed by Stertil Dock Products to support a revolutionary new DHL distribution hub at Manchester Airport City.
articleCILT survey shows strong support for EU
A Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport survey on the EU Referendum revealed 64% of respondents favour remaining in the EU.
product£10m container terminal capacity investment at Teesport
PD Ports has significantly increased the volume of containers it can handle at Teesport with the installation of new multi-million pound cranes, offering global shipping lines direct access to UK Northern markets.
productThe ‘Voice of the Logistics Industry’ to play key role at show
One of the attractions at the forthcoming Multimodal Exhibition (NEC, Birmingham, 10-12 May) will be the United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) Pavilion.
productBulk storage facility created at Belfast harbour
Rubb Building Systems has designed, manufactured and constructed a new port storage structure at Belfast Harbour.
articleShipping and transport firm invests in Windsor
Windsor Materials Handling has supplied three Kalmar forklifts to long term customer Thor Shipping & Transport.
productSteel storage units launched by Collinson
Collinson has launched HandiStor – a new range of demountable steel storage units which offer a secure, practical and cost effective approach to temporary on-site storage requirements.
productBriggs scoops £38m Peel Ports contract
The seven-year contract includes a three-year extension option and covers 10 sites. Briggs will provide full service and maintenance support for in excess of 400 materials handling assets, the majority of which have been acquired on a long-term rental basis.
