Lighting manufacturer awards logistics contract
KINAXIA LOGISTICS has agreed a three-year contract to provide UK distribution, warehousing and other services for a global lighting company.
Port extends connection to renewables
A LEADING manufacturer of subsea cables connecting the global offshore energy industry has reaffirmed its commitment to continued growth in Hartlepool by signing long-term contract extensions with PD Ports.
Revolutionising front-line worker training
WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY could emerge as a solution to streamline front-line worker training in warehousing, distribution, and retail.
Locus Robotics breaks Peak picking record
THE WAREHOUSE automation leader has released a recap on its cyber week, highlighting a 66% increase over last year, in terms of units picked.
Compact fulfilment packaging system
SEE (FORMERLY Sealed Air) has expanded its range of automated E-Commerce packaging systems with the launch of the SEE AUTOBAG brand 850SP – a compact fulfilment packaging system designed for paper stream mailing bags.
Tax relief extension
THE ANNOUNCEMENT in the recent Autumn Statement 2023 that the plant and machinery capital allowances scheme, introduced on a temporary basis in the March 2023 budget, is to be made permanent is being welcomed by loading and unloading equipment specialist Thorworld Industries.
Customs warehouse authorisation secured
EUROPA WAREHOUSE has fully achieved Customs Warehouse Authorisation by HMRC, marking the next major step in its warehouse investment programme to better support the pain points of traditional and ecommerce retailers.
Free checks for your linemarking
INOTEC HAS launched free safety and maintenance surveys for warehouse line marking.
Fuel consumption reduced
BUILDING MATERIALS firm EPD Insulation Group is improving safety and fuel efficiency with a fleet of brand-new Mitsubishi GRENDiA ES LPG forklifts for its newest site in Huntingdon.
IWS Group appoints CEO
RICHARD HARDEN has been appointed chief executive officer of IWS Group. This appointment comes as part of the group’s ongoing strategy to drive innovation and growth.
Secure the loading bay
THERE IS a legal imperative that places the responsibility of employers to safeguard the health and safety of their employees, and companies that own warehouses and logistics facilities are increasingly made aware of hazards in their work environments.
Rebrand to Veriforce CHAS
FOLLOWING THE acquisition of CHAS by Veriforce in January 2023, CHAS has announced its company brand name will become ‘Veriforce CHAS’, reflecting its position as a key part of the Veriforce group.
Consultancy launches warehouse visualisation tools
SUPPLY CHAIN consultancy TMX Transform has introduced advanced simulation solutions designed to address the challenges of warehouse and distribution centre operations in the UK.
LogiMAT launches Mobile Robotics User Forum
FORUM AGV, a European association for the technology, will offer visitors a broad program of information and personal consultation in five categories in Hall 6.
UPS specs 700 mobile robots for eComm fulfillment centre
GEEK+ HAS outfitted the Velocity warehouse with shelf-to-person robotics for UPS Supply Chain Solutions.
Rubix sets warehouse safety standards
RUBIX, A global distributor of industrial products, has teamed up with Kardex, to develop a cutting-edge hazardous materials storage solution.
Get your trucks connected
JUNGHEINRICH IS equipping all newly ordered vehicles produced in its European factories with telemetry units as standard.
3PL refreshes fleet with Cat forklifts
AMBIENT LOGISTICS solution specialist Bretts Transport has refreshed its forklift fleet with 13 all-electric Cat Lift Trucks counterbalance forklifts as it continues to accelerate its sustainability plans.
Last-mile specialist Stuart acquired
STUART HAS been acquired by Munich-based private equity holding company Mutares from Geopost.
