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John O’Groats to Land’s End – on a forklift!
March 04, 2010
A Jungheinrich forklift truck has been driven between John O’Groats and Land’s End - raising over £15,000 to date for Cancer Research in the process.

Norbert Dentressangle welcomes Black Sheep to the family
March 04, 2010
Norbert Dentressangle has been appointed to handle national warehousing and distribution for award-winning brewery, Black Sheep.

Seafield Logistics wins contract with Tripp
March 04, 2010
The UK based luggage retailer Tripp has awarded Seafield Logistics a five year warehousing contract.

Excise Movement and Control System
March 04, 2010
EMCS: When and how?

Economic conditions drive companies to take a fresh look at their customs operations
March 04, 2010
During the current economic climate it is the ideal time for companies to review their operations with a view to reducing costs and an important part of this for an importer will be the landed cost of goods, including supply chain and related expenses.

Picking the perfect partner
March 04, 2010
Don’t consider signing a contract with a distributor until you’ve asked six crucial questions, says Paul Pegg.

TomTom WORK milestone: Serving 100,000 vehicles and accelerating growth
March 04, 2010
TomTom WORK continues to be one of Europe's fastest growing telematics suppliers

Managing the cost of your outsourced logistics
March 04, 2010
Most companies just re-tender their current outsourced Logistics & Warehouse operations at the end of the contract term, which often does not yield the full cost and service benefits...

Delivering the goods in marine and aviation
March 02, 2010
Seven years ago, Linda and Keith Evans, Directors of KE Couriers, decided to change direction.

New Hyster pallet truck to pick from
March 02, 2010
Materials handling equipment manufacturer Hyster has launched a pallet truck with supplementary lift, which is designed to assist with manual handling when picking or replenishing stock at low levels.

John Lewis stores at highest levels with Barloworld
March 02, 2010
Barloworld was the only company able to offer a VNA* handling solution that gives John Lewis staff the flexibility to work with walk on racking at heights of over 10metres.

Eddie Stobart tops business Superbrand Category for 2010
March 01, 2010
UK transport giant Eddie Stobart has been revealed as one of the UK’s leading business brands by the Superbrands organisation for the fifth year in a row.

New system visibly improves operator safety
March 01, 2010
Cooper Specialised Handling has released details of new technology which the company claims will bring significant benefits to terminal and yard safety.

Acumen Automotive Logistics to move London taxis through Ontime Automotive
March 01, 2010
Acumen Automotive Logistics has been awarded a contract through Ontime Automotive for the movement and delivery of the iconic ‘London taxi’ for LTI Vehicles.

Freight forwarding specialist group launched as CILT reorganises membership structure
February 23, 2010
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) is restructuring its organisation in order to improve its services and ensure that members receive information and support on the particular sector of the profession most relevant to their needs.

Narrow Aisle Flexi at Food & Drink Logistics show
February 23, 2010
Narrow Aisle Flexi developed and launched the Flexi articulated truck in the 1980s and since then the Flexi has become the most popular articulated forklift truck in Europe.

Paragon software balances the fleet workload
February 23, 2010
Paragon Software Systems has developed special software to help transport operators and service companies cut costs by optimising delivery zones and territories, ensuring balanced workloads.

Linde Material Handling Delivers First Fuel Cell Trucks
February 23, 2010
With the delivery of two fuel-cell trucks to the Linde Gases Division, part of The Linde Group, Linde Material Handling has taken another important step on the road to more intensive use of forward-looking drive technology.

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Health and Safety Legislation - Handling and Lifting Equipment
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Health and safety legislation means that handling and lifting equipment is now required to take on jobs that, previously, were often carried out manually.

Getting to grips with manual handling
A short guide
This booklet explains the problems associated with manual handling and sets out best practice in dealing with them. The advice is intended for managers of small firms or similar organisations.

Order Picking: Methods and Equipment for Piece Pick, Case Pick, and Pallet Pick Operations.
White Paper - David Piaseck
The ability to quickly and accurately process customer orders has become an essential part of doing business.

RFID tags for tracking plastic pallets and reusable containers
White paper - Intermec
The model for cycle tracking reusable containers is the pallet market.

Material Handling Glossary
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Quick Diary Dates

Food & Drink Logistics
21-24 March 2010, NEC, Birmingham

Extended Supply Chain 2010
24th - 25th March 2010, London

SITL
23rd - 26th March, Paris

Commercial Vehicle Operator Show
13th - 15th April, NEC Birmingham

Commercial Vehicle Operator Show
13-15 April 2010 - NEC, Birmingham

Mail and Express Delivery Show
21st April 2010, Hammersmith UK

LogiPharma 2010
27-29 April, Intercontinental Hotel, Geneva

Multimodal
27-29th April 2010, NEC Birmingham,

Logistics Link Live
12-13 May 2010, Magna Park, Lutterworth

LogiChem Asia 2010
25 May – 27 May, Grand Hyatt, Singapore

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Excise Movement and Control System
March 04, 2010
EMCS: When and how?

UKWA working with the Carbon Trust on ‘emissions toolkit’ for the warehousing industry
March 01, 2010
Warehouse owners are set to benefit from an ‘emissions toolkit’ that will help warehouse operators cut their carbon footprint and save on costs.

One small step for man, one giant leap for staff morale
February 22, 2010
A few subtle changes make all the difference, says business consultant. Sales are falling, communication is lacking and motivation is at a seasonal low. In other words, it’s February.

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Delivering the goods in marine and aviation
March 02, 2010
Seven years ago, Linda and Keith Evans, Directors of KE Couriers, decided to change direction.

CILT launches annual awards 2010 – call for entries
March 01, 2010
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) has announced arrangements for its Annual Awards for Excellence for 2010 and this year welcomes entries in eleven categories.

Industry Events

UKWA Pavilion at Food & Drink Logistics show
February 23, 2010
One of the key attractions at the forthcoming Food & Drink Logistics show will be the United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) Pavilion.

Savoye unveils ‘logistics’ best kept secret’ at Food & Drink
February 16, 2010
Visitors to the Food & Drink Logistics Show could find themselves greeted by spies and secret agents, due to Savoye’s novel approach to its stand (No. Y011) at this year’s exhibition.

Dematic displays technology to address Food & Beverage sector trends
February 08, 2010
Dematic will be highlighting technologies that address the latest trends in the Food and Beverage sector at the Food & Drink Logistics Show, being held on 21-24 March 2010, at the NEC Birmingham.

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