Covariant adds funding
THE AI-driven robotics company has added $75 million in Series C funding, bringing the total raised to $222 million.
AI detects driver fatigue
ADDSECURE HAS launched an AI-powered video telematics solution that detects driver fatigue.
Smart labels on the cusp
SMART LABELS based on flexible printed electronic designs are starting to move beyond the design phase into large-scale commercial production.
Guide to AI use
DEXORY HAS released a guide exploring how digital twins and data-led intelligence can drive innovation in warehousing and logistics.
AI-powered delivery
GENTLY, AN AI-powered logistics firm, has delivered its first item in Los Angeles.
Get parcel paperwork right
CUSTOM SHIPPING integration platform, Shipster, has launched an automatic HS Code Classification tool for eCommerce businesses looking for compliance with ICS2 regulations.
Pets at Home opens national fulfilment centre
THE NEW, purpose-built 670,000 sq ft distribution centre in Staffordshire will employ more than 800 people, and support the company’s omnichannel capabilities as well as underpin the next decade of growth.
Enhanced fire protection from Hörmann UK
The fire rated sliding doors offer the industrial and commercial markets first class fire performance together with functionality and style.
Wincanton helps IKEA with sustainable fulfilment
The logistics services provider has announced a multimillion-pound investment in electric vehicles for IKEA.
Unipart calls for UK industrial strategy
THE GOVERNMENT needs to give UK companies a clear picture of Britain’s industrial strategy to compete in global markets to build investment confidence, as Unipart chairman says ‘we want to invest in Britain’.
Cocktails firm extends 3PL contract
FUNKIN Cocktails has extended its relationship with Europa Worldwide Group.
Investment for Port of Southampton
A £17.5 million project to enhance the Port of Southampton’s container offering for deep sea shipping lines has completed its first phase of construction.
Moody’s: businesses lacking visibility
Research from Moody’s Analytics has found 69% of businesses say they do not have the necessary visibility over their supply chains to uncover risk in their organisational networks to avoid reputational harm.
FedEx opens international road hub
FedEx Express has refurbished and reopened its hub in Duiven, Netherlands.
3D safety perception
SICK HAS launched the safeVisionary2, a compact 3D time-of-flight camera with safety certification performance level c, in accordance with ISO 13849.
Research predicts MFCs growth
MICRO-FULFILMENT is gaining traction to augment distribution networks and bring inventory closer to the consumer, presenting an opportunity for scaled down automation, says ABI Research.
Bots proven over Peak
DB SCHENKER has opened an automation focused eComm facility servicing retail customers in Spain, Portugal and France.
Floor coatings partnership
WATCO AND Tor Coatings have joined forces to offer a wider choice of floor coatings.
Robot-ready warehouse flooring
THE FLOORING system has launched to meet the demands of the booming global logistics automation sector.
Built for comfort
SNICKERS WORKWEAR credits its hoodies and sweatshirts as probably the most popular products among its users, alongside its work trousers range.
