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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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Schmitz Cargobull trailers reduce rolling resistance and save money

1 Schmitz Cargobull trailers reduce rolling resistance and save money

S&J European Haulage has added new double deck, S.KO Express dry freight box trailers from Schmitz Cargobull to its fleet.

Dexion project manages warehouse fit-out for SERT-MST plc

2 Dexion project manages warehouse fit-out for SERT-MST plc

Dexion's ability to provide a totally managed solution to the fitting out of SERT-MST PLC's new warehouse in Swadlincote, Derbyshire has enabled the company's management to focus on its core business.

PD Ports' Kim Catterick heads Humber Transport Group

3 PD Ports' Kim Catterick heads Humber Transport Group

Kim Catterick, PD Ports' Business Development Manager - Containers, has been appointed Chairman of Humber CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport).

Savoye launches PTS at IMHX

4 Savoye launches PTS at IMHX

Logistics software and warehouse equipment solution provider, Savoye, has selected IMHX in November 2010 for the UK launch of its new Picking Tray System (PTS).

Faulty used wheels could see hauliers imprisoned warns leading solicitor

5 Faulty used wheels could see hauliers imprisoned warns leading solicitor

Failure to apply a full risk assessment in the purchase of a commercial vehicle wheel can ultimately lead to a corporate manslaughter charge should the item fail and cause a catastrophic injury, a leading solicitor has warned.

New man at the Port of Tyne

6 New man at the Port of Tyne

The Port of Tyne has appointed Andy Foulds as Commercial Director, Port Services. He will report to Steven Harrison, Chief Operating Officer.

Dematic Group announces intent to acquire HK Systems

7 Dematic Group announces intent to acquire HK Systems

Dematic has signed an agreement in principle to purchase HK Systems, a North American automated material handling and software solutions provider.

Barloworld's Six Sigma projects yield 'positive' results for forklift users

8 Barloworld's Six Sigma projects yield 'positive' results for forklift users

Forklift supplier Barloworld has announced significant positive results following the introduction of Six Sigma continuous improvement techniques.

P&O Ferrymasters lands 20 million lead logistics deal

9 P&O Ferrymasters lands 20 million lead logistics deal

Supply chain solutions specialist P&O Ferrymasters has won a new contract worth up to 20million from long-time customer Kingspan Insulated Panels.

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