newsDHL opens operationally carbon neutral site in Camberley
DHL Ecommerce UK has announced the £7m facility in Camberley, which is powered almost entirely by solar energy.
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articleKey retail figure focused now on owning the automation
Joe Morris played a pivotal role in the success of TJ Morris, trading as Home Bargains. In this interview, Joe discusses his new company, ARMS Innovations, which is focused on asset lifecycle management in the warehouse.
productBoosting transparency
DATA MANAGEMENT solution provider Kezzler has teamed up with Swiss retailer Migros to increase supply chain transparency.
productCarrefour automates order picking
The grocer recently opened the automated facility in Bourges France. The warehouse is part of Carrefour’s transformation plan and provides fresh produce to its stores in eleven departments in central France.
productSkechers chooses tote picking technology
The US-owned manufacturer of leisure footwear and clothing chose AirRob from LiBiao Robotics for its multi-channel fulfillment hub in Eastern China.
articlePerks are great but working conditions are key
In recent years, the fulfilment industry has faced significant scrutiny over its workplace practices, particularly concerning the mental health and overall wellbeing of its employees, says Zihana Jaleel.
articleNext deploys sorters to fulfil next-day deliveries
The leading retailer has deployed an AutoPocket sortation solution from KNAPP to help it fulfil next-day deliveries from its new distribution centre in South Elmsall, Yorkshire.
articleNetto’s strategic partnership with Cimcorp
TO OPTIMISE processes at its logistics centre in Coswig and make its supply chain fit for the future, Netto has partnered with automated solutions provider, Cimcorp.
articleAlimerka enhances supply chain efficiency and sustainability with Cimcorp
Spanish supermarket chain Alimerka has integrated automated solutions from Cimcorp to enhance distribution efficiency and reduce use of packaging material.
producteComm specialist kits out cutting-edge warehouse with state-of-the-art lighting
SNOWLEADER, A leading eCommerce specialist in mountain sports equipment, has recently inaugurated its logistics centre in Versoud, Isère.
articlePut operations first
THG Brands chief operating officer Tom Killeen – a leader in eComm fulfilment – tells Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy how an operations first approach is paying dividends for the company.
articleLoadhog launches new container for automation
LEADING PACKAGING manufacturer, Loadhog is launching the Autotote 64, a container designed specifically to meet the challenges of intralogistics automation.
articleGet to grips with warehouse automation
Gain insight into warehouse automation at the Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event on 20 June at Coventry’s CBS Arena.
articleDon’t count on paying off ransomware criminals
In the last year, ransomware attacks on logistics firms have surged, says Ian Harragan.
articleSupplier consolidation: the benefits and four steps to implement
As the fast-evolving landscape of logistics continues to drive the need for efficiency, organisations of all sizes are looking to streamline operations in order to stay ahead. In doing so, an increasing number of manufacturing, 3PL, eCommerce and warehouse operations are moving away from sourcing from a broad spectrum of suppliers and instead, seeking a single-source solution.
newsAmazon reflects on robotics and AI investment
AMAZON DIRECTOR for global robotics – mechatronics and sustainable packaging Stefano La Rovere, says: “Over five years to the end of 2024, we will have invested over €700 million in the deployment of more than 1,000 robotics systems across our European fulfilment centre network.”
newsIKEA opens first Irish DC
The logistics facility in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin is operated by longstanding IKEA service provider, Wincanton.
productTalking tax two years on
AS THE Plastic Packaging Tax rate increased from 1 April, marking two years since it was first introduced in the UK, Southgate Global explores the impact that increase will have on the market.
productPackaging firm hires retail veteran
ANTALIS PACKAGING has appointed Amy Skingsley as product manager.
articleAsda and Swisslog celebrate 10 years of partnership
THE TWO companies have released a video to mark the occasion.
