newsUK fulfilment firm acquired by bpostgroup in deal worth £1.3bn
Staci UK has built a reputation as a high-value logistics partner with a strong international presence in Europe, Asia, and the USA.
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articleAutoStore introduces multi-temperature solution
The solution provider has revamped its grid capabilities including the AutoStore Multi-Temperature Solution, an expanded 18-Level Grid, a Motorised Service Vehicle, and enhancements to the cube control software.
newsTesco to rival Ocado as solution provider
The grocer’s wholly owned subsidiary – Transcend Retail Solutions – will market a store pick solution, offering a differing model to Ocado’s centralised e-grocery picking and delivery system.
articleAn event not to be missed
Check out a wealth of expert speakers and 50+ innovative exhibitors at the upcoming Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester on 2 October. The conference will provide answers to your warehouse transformation questions.
articleExplosive growth for new kid on the block
Newcomers to the UK 3PL market are relatively rare, so when Iron Mountain crashed the party in the wake of the pandemic it caused quite a stir. Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy catches up with Maria Torrent-March, warehousing & logistics strategy director at Iron Mountain to hear more.
articleReaction to landmark pay case
Pay tribunal ruling will drive even greater uptake of automated handling technology, say Rainbow Dynamics.
newsProposed changes to American import regs could hit UK exporters
US legislators are planning to scrap or make major changes to the $800 ‘de minimis’ limit, below which no taxes are paid on imports.
articleMagic floor reinvents warehouse automation
Versatile Automation has debuted its innovative tech signing a three year deal at a Wincanton multi-user fulfilment site. Logistics Matters editor Simon Duddy caught up with chief executive Joni Rautavuori to hear more.
articleFashion focus: Automate to slash cost of repeat refunders
Steps must be taken to address the UK’s rampant returns culture; embracing automation more readily will reduce the challenge of reverse logistics, says Simon Jones.
articleGet your storage story ready for Peak
Retailers need to get their storage ready to meet high customer service demands during the oncoming peak season, says Edward Hutchison.
productHart’s Speedors meet requirements
FOUR SPEEDOR Cleanroom high-speed doors have been installed by Hart Door Systems at a major frozen and cooked meat manufacturing in northern England.
productBeauty business signs on for automated fulfilment
Oriflame has partnered with fulfilment specialist Active Ants.
newsOcado and Coles announce the launch of Australian CFCs
Both Customer Fulfilment Centres (CFCs) in Australia commenced operations in July.
productOneFleet to rule them all?
Two-person home delivery specialist ArrowXL has launched an initiative to streamline operations and reduce carbon emissions.
productInstallation project completed
Successful implementation of racking at new warehouse of MM Sports in Gothenburg, Sweden.
newsTwo-person home delivery deal signed
sofa.com has awarded a contract to Wincanton to handle premium two-person home delivery for the UK furniture retailer.
newsFulfilment key part of end-to-end eComm deal
Premier Foods has tasked THG Ingenuity to provide a commerce and fulfilment solution for its FUEL10K direct-to-consumer (DTC) offering.
productAmazon launches robotic fulfilment centre in Leeds
The £500 million Gateway45 facility is expected to create more than 2,000 jobs.
productRapid and right-size packaging
Tackling a key bottleneck can help smooth the curve for better performance over Peak period, says Jo Bradley.
articleMake advanced and affordable loss prevention a priority
Theft of small, high-value items is a £200 million problem in premises from factories to distribution hubs, stores, and data centres. Advanced airport-quality security technology is now available for commercial enterprises and can offer a solution.
