productLondon net zero carbon logistics development commissioned
Savills Investment Management and Panattoni have commissioned a new net zero carbon logistics/warehouse development at its Belvedere Wharf site in Bexley, southeast London.
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productL.B. Foster launches new automated handling website and solutions brochure
Buyers and specifiers of automated handling solutions can now safely browse a comprehensive range of innovative, modular, safe and efficient conveyors, showcased online and in print by sector specialist L.B. Foster Automation & Materials Handling.
articleThe best of both worlds
We have both physical and virtual events planned for 2021, to give attendees with broad preferences every opportunity to learn and improve their warehouse operations in preparation for the challenges ahead.
productDHL Supply Chain introduces electric 16-tonne truck
DHL has begun operating what its says is the first purpose-built fully electric 16-tonne vehicle in the UK.
productDSV invests in AutoStore for eComm
The 3PL player has invested in an AutoStore solution from Element Logic to cover small goods handling and the growing demand in eCommerce.
productEntry level air cushioning
The Master’In Air Cushioning Machine (A-200 AC) is a compact and cost-effective solution for eComm businesses looking to improve their packing process and keep up with demand levels.
newsLogistics key to new EU investigation into Amazon
The EU will investigate if Amazon artificially favours retailers who use its logistics and delivery services on its platform.
articleEnabling robots to pick unknown objects from bulk
Software innovations are paving the way for robust and flexible robotic automation in challenging logistics environments, says Herbert ten Have.
productVersatile wheeled dollies launch
LOADHOG HAS launched wheeled dollies which have been designed to add benefits at every stage of the supply chain.
productAutoStore patent claim branded absurd by Ocado
Norwegian automation specialist AutoStore has filed an action with the Intellectual Property Office in the UK, claiming entitlement to certain patents filed by Ocado in relation to its Ocado Smart Platform.
productMachines launched in wake of growth in paper packaging
Sealed Air has launched a series of paper void-fill and cushioning packaging machines.
articleDigging deeper for customers
Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, Yale is digging deeper with customers in its Discovery Interviews, to help determine the right material handling priorities and solutions, says Robert O’Donoghue.
productJohn Lewis invests in bespoke tail lifts
Central Transport, the fleet engineering department of John Lewis Partnership has risen to a number of delivery challenges at its Oxford Street store by fitting Access XL Multi-Deck tail lifts to their urban double-deck trailers, for dock and kerbside deliveries.
articleFire-rated doors launched
Hörmann UK has launched its new steel and stainless-steel Fire Rated Sliding Doors for the industrial and commercial construction sectors.
productBetter tyres cut carbon
ROLLING RESISTANCE HAS a major impact on fuel consumption – which, in turn, directly relates to a vehicle’s CO2 emissions. Choosing the right tyres has benefits for the environment and fleet operators, says Continental Tyres.
productOcado invests in micro-fulfillment start-up
The UK tech leader has bought a minority stake in Myrmex, a robotics start-up that provides micro-fulfilment with a twist – the automated tote handling is designed to feed a front end that can be accessed directly by consumers.
productInnovative electric truck for parcel delivery unveiled
START-UP ELECTRIC vehicle manufacturer Volta Trucks has revealed the new Volta Zero – said to be the world’s first purpose-built full-electric 16-tonne commercial vehicle designed for inner-city parcel and freight distribution.
productExpanded trial
Waitrose expanded its on-demand grocery trial with Deliveroo to 25 new shops across the UK six weeks into a 12-week trial.
productWhat’s the Holy Grail for eCommerce?
Logistics operators that once relied largely on human labour are now testing autonomous forklifts, self-driving carts, and other technology intended to improve efficiency and cut costs by automating repetitive tasks and freeing workers up to handle more complex jobs, WSJ reports.
articleBoots ramps-up automated packaging capacity
The UK health and beauty retailer has significantly enhanced eComm packing performance by deploying two Quadient fit-to-size automated packing machines. An unforeseen benefit from the investment was the ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to the doubling of online orders following the Covid-19 lockdown.
