productPort 2060 sets out vision for cargo handling
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has revised its vision for Port 2060 and is launching a new video to depict how the sustainable future of cargo handling could look like in the year 2060.
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productHyster predicts electric trucks for heavy applications
The scale of electric powered vehicles is about to take a giant leap as Hyster announces that testing is underway on high capacity lift trucks with electric motors.
productNetherlands bids to strengthen position as ‘gateway to Europe’
As businesses increasingly look to establish a foothold in the European market, the ability to have fast, efficient and reliable access to Europe’s more than 500 million consumers is seen as critical to a business’s commercial success.
newsAct quick on expansion or Heathrow may lose prominence
Creation of increased airport capacity in the South East of England is vital if the UK is to retain its position as a global trading hub, according to the Freight Transport Association.
productUPS JV to drive deliveries from China to US
UPS and SF Holding, the parent company of SF Express, will establish a joint venture and collaborate to develop and provide international delivery services initially from China to the US, with expansion plans for other destinations.
articleAttachments developed for productivity boost
Productivity is key to a profitable materials handling operation but Cooper Specialised Handling says the best results are achieved not only by deploying the right equipment for the application, but also by specifying attachments designed to speed up the process.
productTalent in Logistics Awards 2017 finalists announced
The shortlisted finalists for the Talent in Logistics Awards have been announced.
newsPut Customs Union back on the table says FTA
The Freight Transport Association has called for the new government to review its decision to leave the EU Customs Union, given the confusion caused by the results of the General Election and lack of a clear mandate from British voters.
productAll-terrain tug released
MasterMover is powering up its range of all-terrain load moving equipment with the new ATT400+, a powerful electric tug with a high performance hydraulic coupling.
articleUsing scale effectively – Pall-Ex and Palletline explain
Pallet networks consolidate haulage firms into larger collectives that can punch well above their weight. But how do they adapt to the many changes faced by the haulage industry? HSS editor Simon Duddy speaks to two key pallet networks – Pall-Ex and Palletline – to get the lowdown.
productEssential range offers lower cost heavy duty forklifts
Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has launched a new range of forklifts based on its proven and trusted platform.
productShip to shore crane at heart of Grangemouth investment
The Port of Grangemouth, Scotland’s largest container facility, has placed an order with Liebherr for a new multimillion pound ship to shore container crane.
productIntegrated RFID cable ties
Smartrac has announced its Ratch tag product line, the first RFID-enabled cable ties with fully integrated RFID tags.
productLogistics sector needs European workers to keep Britain trading
Without workers from the European Union, the UK’s freight and logistics sector could grind to a halt, says the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
productWheels for container handling applications
Following major advances in its manufacturing technology, GKN Wheels & Structures has enhanced its product range for the container-handling sector, with the company’s latest wheels delivering a number of significant benefits for the original equipment manufacturer, operator and maintainer.
productFlame detectors protect at hangar
To protect workers during aircraft spray-painting, Cambridge International Airport has installed nine Talentum flame detectors and one Fireray beam detector from FFE.
productUPS study reveals eCommerce disrupting industrial distribution
Industrial distributors must re-think their business models in order to survive.
articleBibby Distribution expands warehouse fleet
Asset management and engineering services specialist Briggs Equipment is continuing to develop its partnership with Bibby Distribution following the 3PL’s decision to expand its fleet in Wakefield and Corby.
articleCrystal ball gazing
Take a look at the future and you find our what is important now – eCommerce, concerns about finite warehouse space, Brexit, automation and robots et al – the following Special Report give managers an insight into the challenges that are here now and on the horizon, with some ideas as to how you may plan for them.
productAirport makes use of temporary warehouse
Dusseldorf Intl. Airport is using a Herchenbach temporary warehouse to help sort baggage.
