At a time when the economy is under pressure, the performance of the logistics industry is something to be celebrated, according to the Transport Minister, Jesse Norman MP.
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How to keep your warehouse in sync with sales promotions
Dec 19, 2017
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By Eric Carter, solutions architect, Indigo Software.
Everyone loves a bargain and there are always plenty to be had at this time of year in the run up to Christmas.
Warsteiner Brewery relies on Schoeller Allibert reusable containers
Dec 19, 2017
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Golden Beer Crate underlines brand identity
Warsteiner is one of Germany's largest private breweries. When it came to redesigning its beer crates, the family company, now managed by the ninth generation, placed its trust in the expertise of Schoeller Allibert.
Clugston Distribution appoints new director
Dec 19, 2017
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Clugston Distribution, part of the privately owned Clugston Group, which also has interests in construction, facilities management and property development, has appointed Tim Doggett as distribution director.
Intelligent transportation systems enable growth and innovation in mobility infrastructures
Dec 19, 2017
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With increasing pressure on cities' mobility infrastructures due to rising urbanisation, city governments all over the world are constructing new roads, bridges and tunnels, and using intelligent transportation systems (ITS), to mitigate transportation-related challenges and requirements.
Downton maximises warehouse capacity and increases throughput with Jungheinrich Logistics Systems
Dec 19, 2017
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Independent logistics firm, Downton, operates 600 tractor units and 1,800 trailers out of 16 major distribution hubs across the UK.
2018 FTA everywoman in Transport & Logistics awards open for entries
Dec 19, 2017
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The annual FTA everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards programme - launched to celebrate exceptional women reshaping the industry, is now open for nominations.
American Airlines Cargo moves leading French orchestra to Latin America and back
Dec 19, 2017
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American Airlines Cargo successfully transported the musical instruments of the Orchestre Nationale du Capitole to and from a three-city tour of Latin America.
GateHouse Logistics releases upgraded road theft tool
Dec 19, 2017
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Logistics data unifier and aggregator, GateHouse Logistics A/S, has released an updated version of its ghSecure module to help shippers to better combat high-value road theft. ghSecure is a further module of the firm's ghTrack platform for the connected supply chain.
Flexport the first customer to adopt Champ's brand-new cargoJSON format
Dec 19, 2017
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Champ Cargosystems has announced that Flexport, the rapidly growing technology-driven forwarder, has joined Champ's community. Flexport has integrated with Champ's messaging platform Traxon cargoHUB as well as its Premium Tracking service.