product3PL supports Asda with wipes supply
Johnston Logistics UK have seen a 286% increase since March in the throughput of anti-bacterial and other cleaning wipes it handles for Asda supermarkets.
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productNew robots collaborate to lift trays and crates
US start-up Dexterity has launched full-stack (hardware and software) robotic systems.
productUK sellers need to adjust export plans
Two recent announcements look to increase costs for UK sellers posting parcels to the EU and US markets.
newsNational distribution hub developed for Games Workshop
SEGRO has completed the development of a new 177,500 sq ft warehouse distribution facility for Games Workshop at SEGRO Logistics Park East Midlands Gateway ahead of the planned schedule.
producteComm warehouse could feature up to 300 robots
Pure play retailer Proshop has deployed 70 AutoStore robots delivered by Element Logic in a 16,300 sq m, which is anticipated to open in November 2020.
productUrban Outfitters to deploy automated split case picking
The business has appointed TGW to design and implement an automation solution for its new fulfilment centre in the UK, which is due to go live in 2021.
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productCash-rich Ocado ramps up investment
Ocado has its eye on a massive online grocery opportunity and is increasing investment. The company is still not profitable, however.
newsTraders told how to prepare for Brexit
The UK Government has published the new Border Operating Model to come into force in 2021 when EU transition measures end.
productHarness AI to protect workers as online shopping booms
A rise in work related injuries to warehouse and delivery staff, as a result of the UK’s biggest spike in online retailing, poses a threat to economic recovery unless there’s an evolution in materials handling practices.
productMezzanine supplier reaps benefits of going global
Three years on from becoming a global organisation, MiTek Mezzanine Systems reflects on the advantages for the business and its customers.
articleAsda to expand eComm operation with automation project
The retailer will expand the eCommerce operation at its North East Clothing depot in Washington, with a the project due to be completed in 2021.
articleFlexibility and decentralisation crucial for supply chain resilience
More than two thirds of supply chain professionals will prioritise supply chain resilience and flexibility when building for the future, according to the findings of the 2020 SCALA Supply Chain Debate.
productHand sanitiser here to stay
The BCMPA, the association for contract manufacturing, packing, fulfilment and logistics, has reported that significant increases in enquiries for personal care products are showing no signs of tailing off.
productHuman rights failure can be ‘existential risk’ to companies
Consultancy issues warning as key UK online retailer is embroiled in a supply chain scandal.
articleApp-based grocer opts for robotic picking
Picnic has selected TGW as partner for the highly-automated fulfilment centre.
articlePrediction: Retailers to in-source sortation
In the future sorting items to the depot level will be increasingly carried out by retailers themselves.
newsLogistics property key as UK retail culture shifts
The continued and significant rise of eCommerce, which was further accelerated during lockdown, has underpinned a record second quarter for the logistics and industrial sector in the UK.
productRobots-as-a-service deal signed
An integrated US supply chain solutions provider for eComm firms such as eBay has signed a warehouse robots partnership with Geek+.
articleClothing brand grows operations with 40 truck fleet
Helly Hansen recently upgraded a large part of the internal transport fleet at its European distribution centre with forklifts from Unicarriers.
