Dozens of the world's leading experts and researchers in the field of logistics came to the University of Huddersfield for a three-day conference that featured a packed programme of lectures and discussions on topics such as environmental sustainability, the reduction of food waste and the better distribution of vital medical supplies.
News,case studies and product information relating to material handling,supply chain and distribution.
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 Equipment, Overhead Handling Equipment, Packaging and Labelling Solutions, Pallets & Containers,Transport and Distribution, Racking & Shelving as well as Trade Shows and Industry Events.
Walkers Transport in pre-festive healthcheck warning
Sep 17, 2014
Leeds-based freight and logistics company Walkers Transport, part of the Palletways Network and operator of the northern hub, is voicing its concerns that CPC training, coupled with a lack of young people coming into the sector will directly impact on workforce numbers and will potentially cause huge knock-on effects for businesses.
SDI Group's Maintenance Support steps up a gear
Sep 17, 2014
SDI Group, the global integrator of automated material handling systems, has expanded its Maintenance Support operations by 70% in the last twelve months, signalling a growing imperative for businesses to achieve maximum uptime of critical automated logistics processes.
Pacepacker palletiser helps Stonepack keep next-day delivery promise
Sep 17, 2014
A pre-owned dual-stacking palletising robot from Pacepacker Services is enabling the fast-growing supplier of aggregates and renders Stonepack to keep its next-day delivery promise to customers.
Businesses need a strategy for tapping into flexible labour resources
Sep 17, 2014
By John O'Reilly, Operations Director at Flex Recruitment Plus.
Britain is back in business. As the Bank of England forecasts growth of around 3% for the UK economy in 2014, and manufacturing growth is reported to be the strongest for a generation, companies are reviewing their resources and many will find it necessary to take on staff within their warehousing and logistics operations to meet rising demand.
DHL launches Formula E-inspired Blue Sky Transport Design Award
Sep 17, 2014
DHL has announced the launch of the inaugural Blue Sky Transport Design Award. Calling on established and aspiring designers to propose creative transportation solutions that will shape the future of the industry, the award aims to address the challenges of growing cities and environmental sustainability.
Setting new standards for technical deliveries
Sep 17, 2014
Leading logistics and supply chain management training provider, Logistics Learning Alliance (LLA), is launching an online technical distribution course, which is one of the components of the new 'Deliver, Offload and Position' system (DOPsys).
Wincanton saves on milk distribution with Truckstops Loads from MapMechanics
Sep 17, 2014
Logistics group Wincanton is saving up to two shifts a day in its long-distance bulk milk delivery fleet with a system called Truckstops Loads from MapMechanics for scheduling trunking, tramping and other bulk movements.
FP International introduces the PRO PAK'R
Sep 17, 2014
Protective packaging manufacturer, FP International, focuses on offering their customers new and efficient solutions. Within the attractive segment of air cushion systems and films, they now introduce the PRO PAK'R: the air cushion system.
