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All the latest news and views from the world of material handling, logistics, freight forwarding and distribution. This section of the site carries articles relating to new contract wins, product launches, opinion from the trade associations, government departments, research analysts, the vendor community as well as case studies of material handling integration projects across Europe.

All key equipment sectors are covered, ranging from AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) ForkLift Trucks, Automated Storage Equipment, Conveyors and Sortation, Dock EquipmentOverhead Handling Equipment, Packaging and Labelling Solutions, Pallets & Containers,Transport and Distribution, Racking & Shelving as well as Trade Shows and Industry Events

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Avery Dennison launches the first mobile hybrid thermo-printer

1 Avery Dennison launches the first mobile hybrid thermo-printer

Avery Dennison has introduced the Monarch Sierra Sport4 9493; a mobile hybrid thermo-printer with the capability of being connected to a variety of vehicles.

Hellmann is finalist for prestigious BIFA Freight Service Award

2 Hellmann is finalist for prestigious BIFA Freight Service Award

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics UK is one of the finalists for the Staff Development category of the British International Freight Association (BIFA) Freight Service Awards.

Choice Logistics expands global network

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Choice Logistics, the global specialist in service parts logistics services, is continuing to expand its strategic stocking locations.

Agility Breaks Ground in Shanghai

4 Agility Breaks Ground in Shanghai

Agility and Borouge broke ground recently on a new logistics hub in Shanghai that will receive over 600,000 tonnes of polyolefins annually.

easyFairs show has packaging wrapped up

5 easyFairs show has packaging wrapped up

Production line cost savings to survive the economic downturn is the focus of Februarys easyFairs PACKTECH show at the NEC.

Energy and cost saving lighting control now available for warehouses

6 Energy and cost saving lighting control now available for warehouses

Operators of high-ceilinged distribution and storage facilities can now take advantage of energy and cost-saving lighting control from Ex-Or

Vitronic Ensures Swift Parcel Sorting at DHL

7 Vitronic Ensures Swift Parcel Sorting at DHL

DHL is using Vitronic's camera-based recognition system, VIPAC, to identify barcodes and address information on parcel labels at its new 300m distribution centre in Leipzig, Germany.

AMHSA Finalises Agenda for 2009 Symposium Driving Down Logistics Costs

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The Automated Material Handling Systems Association (AMHSA) has lined up a strong agenda for its symposium on 2nd April 2009.

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