articleHuge modular dock transforms loading for supermarket chain
WITH THE supermarket opening more stores, it required a sustainable solution to deal with packaging returns from stores.
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productPrologis acquires four urban logistics sites
THE DEVELOPER has bought sites in Erith, Croydon, Park Royal and Watford.
productCoping with eComm growth challenge
TRADE FLORST and plant dealer, Tom Brown Wholesale, has invested in BEC’s eSmart Voice solution to improve picking operations and speed up delivery timescales.
productBITO turnover broke 300m euros in 2021
ACHIEVING A turnover of EUR 303 million, 2021 was strongest year in BITO-Lagertechnik Bittmann GmbH’s history. The company also received a climate-neutral certificate.
newsDPD adds smart lockers
The partnership with smart locker specialist Quadient will see the initial installation of 500 contactless, secure locker stations in the UK this year, with a plan for 5,000 in the coming years.
articleeGrocery specialist Picnic invests in further automation
FlashPick from TGW will handle picking operations at the huge facility in Germany.
articleSignificantly simplified exchange
Online retailer MYCS has simplified the connection to logistics service providers with the Codept logistics platform.
productPrint-on-box added
SPARCK TECHNOLOGIES has introduced a flexible print-on-box capability for its advanced ‘fit-to-size’ packaging systems.
articleOptimise inventory levels
Identifying problems in the inventory data stream can improve inventory management and forecast accuracy for retailers, says Relex Solutions.
productKörber acquires Enspire Commerce platform
THE INTRALOGISTICS firm has signed a definitive agreement to purchase enVista’s Enspire Commerce platform and its Freight Audit and Payment (FAP) service.
productGXO signs global deal with 6 River Systems
The tech-led 3PL has more than tripled its use of collaborative robots in 2021; and plans to add hundreds more in 2022.
productLive Pick-it-Easy robot demo
AUTOMATION SPECIALIST KNAPP will demonstrate the fulfilment capabilities of its Pick-it-Easy Robot at IMHX.
articleData makes the difference
Known as a supplier of automation, Bots And Us has gathered blue chip clients across UK logistics in a very short period of time. But the closer you look, the more it become clear the robots are just the tip of the iceberg.
productAutomation partnerships for today’s and tomorrow’s challenges
AS A system integrator, TGW takes on the planning, production, implementation and maintenance of distribution centres – including everything from mechatronics to control systems and software.
newsWrexham DC changes hands
Elite Partners Capital has completed the acquisition of the distribution facility in North Wales for over £30 million.
articleLow operational costs seen as key benefit
An end user survey has unveiled a broad range of insights into the use of automation technology and in particular AMRs.
productRetailer RangePlus unlocks efficiency
BRITISH ONLINE retailer RangePlus has implemented autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) at its fulfillment centre.
productPacking station at heart of eComm system
RENOVOTEC IS launching an eCommerce warehouse system that increases performance by up to 25% and drives down eCommerce operating costs by some 30%, according to the company.
articleHarnessed data drives performance
How to get the best from your fulfilment systems with data analytics. Beumer Group highlights the importance of transforming data from an inert repository into a valuable tool.
productDHL to invest £482m in UK eCommerce operations
THE INVESTMENT comes following a 40% volume uplift since the start of 2020 and soaring demand for eComm and B2B services.
