articleThe energy crisis
Shane Brennan, Chief Executive of the Cold Chain Federation, examines the current challenges and opportunities presented to the UK cold chain as we near the end of 2022.
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articleReform electricity market
The UKWA responded to the department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy’s recent consultation on the proposed review of the electricity market arrangements by highlighting the need for holistic electricity reform, to protect both the planet and the supply chains of the future.
articleVery Group wins space race
The stack/nest container from the Utz Group is saving space for The Very Group, which operates digital retailer Very, at its Skygate distribution centre.
productNew ‘mega depot’ for Yorkshire
A leading distribution firm has invested millions into new premises in Armthorpe, Doncaster, to meet the growing demands of the business.
articleInvestment pays off
This year the logistics industry has continued to face a perfect storm – demand for online shopping has remained high driving requirements for additional storage but at the same time a lack of suitable warehousing space means moving wasn’t always possible. On top of this rising costs have hit businesses hard.
newsGlobal warehouse tech leader Ocado to speak on resilience and fire safety
Ocado will present to a worldwide audience at the Safety in Logistics digital conference on November 23, sharing lessons learned from the catastrophic fire at its Andover fulfillment centre in 2019.
articleCoping with the returns culture
Retailers need to maintain efficient returns systems in their warehouses to retain customers, maximise margins and remain competitive, says Edward Hutchison.
productNestlé opens £31m Derbyshire distribution centre
THE NESTLE Waters distribution centre in Buxton has been officially opened by Nestlé UK & Ireland CEO Stefano Agostini, with AGVs playing a role.
newsWarehouse take-up falls 12% quarterly
COLLIERS MAINTAINS that despite this the UK’s industrial and logistics sector remains buoyant, according to its latest research.
productSharp drop noted in warehouse demand
OCCUPIER DEMAND for UK logistics and industrial space dropped considerably in Q3, but remained well ahead of the long term average, according to real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield.
newsUnit for Freeport East Gateway 14
DETAILED PLANNING consent has been given for the first unit at Freeport East Gateway 14.
productUKWA takes solar message to the Lords
In partnership with Zestec Renewable Energy UKWA held a networking lunch yesterday at the House of Lords.
articleCould warehousing go off-grid?
Commentators have highlighted weaknesses in UK electricity infrastructure, compounded by the war in Ukraine, that could hamper the development of the modern warehouse.
articleTech-led innovation
3PLs are under pressure to provide efficient support to manage increasingly complex supply chain and logistics operations, says Harry Watts, who outlines how technology can play a key role in helping 3PLs develop.
newsHarperCollins building Glasgow warehouse
TRITAX SYMMETRY and Readie Construction are well underway with the new 552,500 sq ft distribution centre and offices for publishing house HarperCollins UK at Nova Business Park in Robroyston, Glasgow.
productAmazon Knowsley DC completes
PLP, the specialist UK logistics developer and investment manager, has completed development of two fulfilment centres totalling nearly 3 million square feet that has been pre-let to Amazon.
articleReliable supply chain accelerates mezzanine projects
Nurturing partnerships with dependable, high-quality suppliers – such as Toomers – has been key in securing sustainable growth for mezzanine supplier, MiTek.
articleLocation, location, location…
Logistics UK joined a round table event to discuss the struggle to develop suitable warehouse properties. Alexandra Herdman explains more.
productSmall container for automation projects
GOPLASTICPALLETS.COM IS adding a new plastic container for eComm automation to its range.
productNew Euro hub
ESSENTRA COMPONENTS has opened a new European distribution hub in Łódź, Poland to enhance service and lay the foundations for future growth.
