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 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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Voice and the omnichannel advantage

1 Voice and the omnichannel advantage

By Philip Jarrett, director of sales & marketing, BEC (Systems Integration) Ltd.

Nissan recognises XPO Logistics for excellence at Operational Logistics Awards for fourth consecutive year

2 Nissan recognises XPO Logistics for excellence at Operational Logistics Awards for fourth consecutive year

XPO Logistics, provider of transport and logistics solutions, has been awarded a Certificate of Merit by Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK (NMUK) at its annual Operational Awards for the fourth consecutive year.

Researchers find drivers begin to develop bad habits just two weeks after passing their test

3 Researchers find drivers begin to develop bad habits just two weeks after passing their test

Drivers begin to develop bad habits just two weeks after passing their test, according to research.

Maxoptra powers vehicle scheduling for G-Force telematics users

4 Maxoptra powers vehicle scheduling for G-Force telematics users

G-Force Communications has signed up as reseller of Maxoptra, the dynamic route planning and scheduling software.

Specialist KAUP Attachment provides Elgiganten with two attachments in one

5 Specialist KAUP Attachment provides Elgiganten with two attachments in one

Elgiganten is one of the largest retailers in consumer electronics and electrical household appliances. Its parent company Elkjøp Group is owned by British Dixons Carphone Plc which is one of Europe's largest consumer electronics retailers operating in 26 countries worldwide.

Geotab becomes first telematics specialist to join ICFM’s Corporate Investor Programme

6 Geotab becomes first telematics specialist to join ICFM’s Corporate Investor Programme

Global fleet safety and mobility management leader Geotab has become the latest company to sign-up to ICFM's Corporate Investor Programme.

Softbox Systems opens new manufacturing site in Continental Europe

7 Softbox Systems opens new manufacturing site in Continental Europe

Softbox Systems, provider of cold chain packaging for the pharmaceutical industry, has opened a new manufacturing site in The Netherlands, in partnership with Kingspan Unidek.

New transport app delivers Manifest benefits for Relay

8 New transport app delivers Manifest benefits for Relay

Relay Technical Transport, which transports and installs photocopiers, computers and vending machines among other items of office equipment, has invested in a new app that enables it to easily update progress on all delivery and collections in real-time.

Stertil loading pods boost productivity for Wells Farm Dairy

9 Stertil loading pods boost productivity for Wells Farm Dairy

An installation of six loading pods designed by Stertil Dock Products has streamlined operations, shortened work cycles and increased productivity for Wells Farm Dairy.

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