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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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DHL scoops Supply Chain Capability award, following three-year contract extension with Keiper

1 DHL scoops Supply Chain Capability award, following three-year contract extension with Keiper

DHL Supply Chain has been recognised with a Supply Chain Capability award by Keiper, global manufacturer of automotive metal seat structures.

Managing Director and Finance Director of City Link Appointed

2 Managing Director and Finance Director of City Link Appointed

Rentokil Initial plc has announced two senior appointments within City Link, the express delivery company.

SBS Worldwide Delivers Financial Wins for Hard Pressed Retailers through Smarter Logistics

3 SBS Worldwide Delivers Financial Wins for Hard Pressed Retailers through Smarter Logistics

As part of its initiatives to help its customers find savings across the board, SBS Worldwide's focus is firmly positioned on developing smarter logistics for the retail sector.

sara raises the bar for safety with its scissor lifts

4 sara raises the bar for safety with its scissor lifts

sara LBS' new range of scissor lift tables conform to the highest safety standards in a wide range of applications.

Asda takes dedicated e-commerce store into operation with the help of Vanderlande

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Asda have seen strong growth in business generated from its on-line shopping operation. In fact, Asda.com achieved record sales in 2010 and expects this to grow further in 2011.

UK forwarders association plays its part in landmark changes to the European CASS programme

6 UK forwarders association plays its part in landmark changes to the European CASS programme

As forwarders and airlines reached a landmark agreement on changes to the IATA-owned Cargo Accounts Settlement System (CASS) in Europe, the British International Freight Association (BIFA) was able to make a significant contribution to the negotiations that drove through the changes.

Northern Forklift provide Hybrid technology first for Highland Spring

7 Northern Forklift provide Hybrid technology first for Highland Spring

A Scots-based family business is celebrating after winning a 1million contract with water company Highland Spring.

Kerry Logistics starts construction of Xiamen Logistics Centre

8 Kerry Logistics starts construction of Xiamen Logistics Centre

Kerry Logistics, provider of logistics services, has started building its state-of-the-art logistics centre in Xiamen.

RFID is a healthy option for Bunzl

9 RFID is a healthy option for Bunzl

Following a review of the materials handling operation at its Leicester distribution centre, healthcare supplies specialist Bunzl has replaced its existing fleet of VNA order pickers with three Jungheinrich EKX 513 Kombis.

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