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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Palletways Birmingham marks 15th year in business

1 Palletways Birmingham marks 15th year in business

Fradley-based logistics firm Palletways Birmingham has marked its 15th year in business with the addition of new staff and scooping an industry accolade.

Hactl wins SCA air cargo operator award

2 Hactl wins SCA air cargo operator award

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong's largest cargo handling agent – has been named Air Cargo Operator of the Year in this year's Supply Chain Asia Awards.

Free webinar - Monetise connected fleet data – all you need to know from Mercedes-Benz and ATOS

3 Free webinar - Monetise connected fleet data – all you need to know from Mercedes-Benz and ATOS

An industry-wide understanding of how key players are already monetising fleet data is crucial.

So we'd like to invite you to a free webinar with expert panellists from Mercedes-Benz and Worldline (ATOS) who will share their vision for fleet data.

Maxoptra app automates job despatching for TomTom telematics

4 Maxoptra app automates job despatching for TomTom telematics

Magenta Technology, developer of the Maxoptra vehicle routing and scheduling system, has developed an online application that automates job despatching for users of TomTom's telematics and fleet management solutions.

The Logistics Guild and Connect Health Solutions launch initiative to tackle risk of diabetes on the roads

5 The Logistics Guild and Connect Health Solutions launch initiative to tackle risk of diabetes on the roads

The Logistics Guild has launched an exciting initiative with Connect Health Solutions to help diabetic drivers monitor their condition on the move and counter the risks associated with the disease.

Logistics specialist combats vehicle break-ins with new high security trailer

6 Logistics specialist combats vehicle break-ins with new high security trailer

Kersey Freight has taken delivery of 15 Dry Liner box trailers from Krone Trailers UK which, says the company, give them security against migrant problems and provide additional load capacity.

AirBridgeCargo Airlines adds Atlanta to North American route network

7 AirBridgeCargo Airlines adds Atlanta to North American route network

AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC), part of Volga-Dnepr Group and one of the leading global air cargo market players, has added Atlanta to its North American route network with the launch of twice-weekly flights.

John K Philips adds mega-trailers to its modern fleet

8 John K Philips adds mega-trailers to its modern fleet

John K Philips Group has become the latest Palletforce member to invest in the new generation of environmentally friendly 'mega-trailers'.

MAN Middle East and Africa Partners with Microlise to Launch Next Generation Telematics Solution

9 MAN Middle East and Africa Partners with Microlise to Launch Next Generation Telematics Solution

MAN Truck & Bus announced at The Big 5 show in Dubai that it is to launch a next generation telematics solution, based on the Microlise platform, for customers in the Middle East and Africa.

Coca-Cola speeds up loading process thanks to Zetes' scanning system on forklifts

10 Coca-Cola speeds up loading process thanks to Zetes' scanning system on forklifts

In order to gear the loading process to the accelerated warehouse processes, Zetes designed a new scanning system on Coca-Cola's forklifts in Dongen.

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