Flexible trucks for auto and manned use
Linde’s latest automated forklifts are warehouse models are focused on pallet movements and use infrastructure-free navigation.
Is BMW seeking to ‘do an Ocado’?
By developing its robot logistics platform from simply a function into a system for sale, BMW is seeking to offer its logistics expertise to third parties in production settings.
Problem solving at HSS Live
The pandemic, Brexit and the longer term trend of eCommerce mean warehousing and logistics operations are changing fast. Get up to speed and get insight on innovative solutions you can use to revamp your operations.
Is Black Friday the sink or swim moment?
The annual rush to grab a bargain is set to break all records as Black Friday fever lets rip on 27th November.
DP World and DHL start building 42m automated warehouse
Work has begun on a 482,000 sq ft warehouse for the world’s leading contract logistics provider, DHL Supply Chain, at DP World London Gateway.
Make the most of warehouse space
Warehouse space is a key battleground for operators at a critical point of change due to the rise of eCommerce, the pandemic, Brexit and more.
Hart works with Beumer on Finland airport order
Hart Door Systems, the Newcastle upon Tyne-based specialist engineering company, has received its first order from Finland for its fast-action, security baggage-handling doors.
Multimodal extension for Northern France
SEGRO has delivered a new 35,000 sq m platform, for Geodie in Dourges, which is equidistant between Calais and Brussels.
Major picking milestone for robotics
Locus Robotics has passed the quarter-billion (250,000,000) units picked volume level heading into the 2020 holiday peak season.
PS5 shows knowing your cube size matters
PlayStation 5 supply problems shows that ‘size does matter’ in logistics, says Professor Richard Wilding OBE, Professor of Supply Chain Strategy at Cranfield School of Management.
Property experts analyse portcentric logistics
Savills is predicting a continued shift of the UK supply chain from road freight towards port-centric logistics, accelerated by recent structural changes including Brexit and Covid-19.
Rhenus Logistics invests in robotic stackers
The 3PL is using models from Effidence, a supplier of collaborative and autonomous robots.
London 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.
L.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.
On-truck screen upgraded
Crown has upgraded the screen for use with its on-truck InfoLink fleet management system.
DHL 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.
Yusen Logistics opens Milton Keynes warehouse
The logistics provider has started operations from its new site in Bradville, Milton Keynes.
Temporary barriers help fight Covid
As the Coronavirus pandemic rolls into its third quarter, smart companies are becoming increasingly adept at handling the crisis from a business perspective.
Joloda makes North American acquisition
Joloda International Limited (JIL) has acquired US-based Loading Automation Inc (LAI) as part of its global expansion.
Changing seasons
When it comes to loading bay safety, there’s a lot to be said for staying one step ahead of the seasons.
