CI Logistics has designed, manufactured and installed a garment handling and storage system with the capacity to store up to four million units at Clipper's new deconsolidation centre at Wynyard Park near Teesport.
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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.
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Leading CV wheel safety expert takes non-circumferential hub issue to EU
Jan 30, 2013
Motor Wheel Service Distribution has taken the issue of CV wheel safety to the European Parliament, with John Ellis invited to present expert testimony to the Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN) during last week's (January 22) public hearing into the Roadworthiness Package.
The hidden cost of rising fuel prices
Jan 30, 2013
By Mark Schoonmaker
It's an inescapable fact that petrol and diesel prices are higher than ever, and this is massively important to us in the UK and Europe.
Easilift Loading Systems strengthens management team with new shareholder
Jan 30, 2013
Loading bay solutions provider Easilift Loading Systems has announced that Jon Tridgell, the company's Operations Director, has become a shareholder in the company, further strengthening its UK management team.
Mis-picks cost businesses nearly £242,000 per year
Jan 30, 2013
According to a study recently conducted by Intermec, Inc, distribution centres are losing an average of nearly £242,000 per year due to mis-picks.
TomTom and LoJack form strategic alliance to deliver fleet efficiency and protection to more businesses
Jan 30, 2013
TomTom Business Solutions has joined forces with stolen vehicle recovery specialist LoJack to expand the North American distribution network for its fleet management technology.
The missing link?
Jan 30, 2013
Leaf chain – used on the masts of forklift trucks – withstands the full load exerted on it via the forks and carriage arrangement and is a safety critical component. But, with anecdotal evidence pointing to a big rise in sub-standard chain entering the market in recent years, how can you ensure that the chain on your forklift is appropriate? Peter Church, managing director FB Chain Ltd, one of the UK's leading suppliers of chain to the materials handling industry, offers five tips to help lift truck users and dealers ensure they get the right product for the job.
Representatives of the Netherlands-Vietnam Chamber of Commerce visit Vanderlande Industries
Jan 30, 2013
Representatives of the Netherlands-Vietnam Chamber of Commerce (NVCC) visited Vanderlande Industries on 25 January.
Champ Cargosystems' Community expands rapidly
Jan 30, 2013
2012 was a successful year for Champ Cargosystems despite the difficult economic climate around the globe. Over 80 airlines and more than 300 handling facilities operate Champ's core systems in over 180 countries today.