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Global Trade Logistics improving, but more needed to boost recovery
February 02, 2010
The capacity of countries to efficiently move goods and connect manufacturers and consumers with international markets is improving around the world, but much more progress is needed to spur faster economic growth and help firms benefit from trade recovery, according to a new World Bank Group survey on trade logistics.

Delivering the goods in marine and aviation
March 02, 2010
Seven years ago, Linda and Keith Evans, Directors of KE Couriers, decided to change direction.

CILT launches annual awards 2010 – call for entries
March 01, 2010
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) has announced arrangements for its Annual Awards for Excellence for 2010 and this year welcomes entries in eleven categories.

Freight forwarding specialist group launched as CILT reorganises membership structure
February 23, 2010
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) is restructuring its organisation in order to improve its services and ensure that members receive information and support on the particular sector of the profession most relevant to their needs.

Women in logistics “shape the future” AGM
February 16, 2010
On 12 January, 26 members of Women in Logistics UK met for an Annual General Meeting at the London offices of Michael Page international Recruitment Ltd.

UK manufacturers return to growth as exports pick up
February 15, 2010
Manufacturing production rose for the first time in two years, as overseas demand for UK-made goods increased and stock reductions eased, the CBI has announced.

Rapidshield makes distribution centre safer and more productive
February 08, 2010
The RapidShield team at Universal Highways have been working with a leading supermarket chain to revolutionize the way storage bay lines and safety symbols are applied in their distribution centres.

ANOTHER BLAST OF SEVERE WINTRY WEATHER SET FOR UK!
February 08, 2010
Independent risk meteorologists British Weather Services predict that this week the UK will once again be plunged into a protracted period of icy chaos.

NORD Smart Solutions:Tailor-made drive solutions with extra service
January 27, 2010
Drive manufacturer NORD DRIVESYSTEMS offers individual "Smart Solutions" for drive applications across all areas of industry.

Latest generation of Advanced Yard management software unveiled
January 20, 2010
Logistics software specialists Vehnet have unveiled Advanced Yard, the latest generation of their widely used yard management software.

Keeping the show on the road – big freeze potholes highlight investment needs
January 19, 2010
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT) has warned that increased investment in the maintenance and development of the UK’s local and national road network is urgently required in the interests of both road safety and economic well being.

Cinram benefits from voice picking solution
January 12, 2010
Cinram Logistics UK is operating a new voice-directed picking (VDP) system supplied by KNAPP UK Ltd at its site in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire.

Snow joke if you're a haulier
January 12, 2010
Despite the gloom, doom and ice, most supermarket shelves remain stacked, factories keep working, filling stations maintain stocks of fuel and, to all intents and purposes, life goes on. This is down to the unsung heroes of the UK haulage industry.

Distribution company saves the day and wins two new clients
January 12, 2010
Distribution firm Boughey reports that it came to the rescue when rival JDF collapsed, delivering thousands of pallets which would otherwise have been left stranded, and has won two new clients in the process.

Speeding drivers should get 'ASDO'
January 12, 2010
That’s according to Trimble, the Mobile Resource Management experts, who are calling on the government to launch an Anti Speed Driving Order, or ASDO, which could help save hundreds of lives every year.

Barloworld Lifts Operation Christmas Child
December 16, 2009
Materials handling supplier, Barloworld Handling, has generously supplied a forklift truck to help international development and relief charity, Samaritans Purse, with its Operation Christmas Child campaign.

Inchcape Fleet Solutions in fundraising drive for guide dogs
December 15, 2009
Inchcape Fleet Solutions has donated £5,000 to registered charity Guide Dogs and looks forward to raising thousands of pounds more in the future as part of an innovative fleet contract and sponsorship arrangement.

AMHSA launches fresh website design
December 02, 2009
The new website of the Automated Material Handling Systems Association has now gone live and has been well received by the organisation’s members.

Honour for industry leader
December 01, 2009
The man credited with revolutionising Britain’s logistics and distribution industry has been honoured for his work over the past 40 years.

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Microsoft Dynamics for Discrete Manufacturers
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Top Research Papers

Health and Safety Legislation - Handling and Lifting Equipment
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Health and safety legislation means that handling and lifting equipment is now required to take on jobs that, previously, were often carried out manually.

Getting to grips with manual handling
A short guide
This booklet explains the problems associated with manual handling and sets out best practice in dealing with them. The advice is intended for managers of small firms or similar organisations.

Order Picking: Methods and Equipment for Piece Pick, Case Pick, and Pallet Pick Operations.
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The ability to quickly and accurately process customer orders has become an essential part of doing business.

RFID tags for tracking plastic pallets and reusable containers
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The model for cycle tracking reusable containers is the pallet market.

Material Handling Glossary
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Industry terms & definitions

Quick Diary Dates

Food & Drink Logistics
21-24 March 2010, NEC, Birmingham

Extended Supply Chain 2010
24th - 25th March 2010, London

SITL
23rd - 26th March, Paris

Commercial Vehicle Operator Show
13th - 15th April, NEC Birmingham

Commercial Vehicle Operator Show
13-15 April 2010 - NEC, Birmingham

Mail and Express Delivery Show
21st April 2010, Hammersmith UK

LogiPharma 2010
27-29 April, Intercontinental Hotel, Geneva

Multimodal
27-29th April 2010, NEC Birmingham,

Logistics Link Live
12-13 May 2010, Magna Park, Lutterworth

LogiChem Asia 2010
25 May – 27 May, Grand Hyatt, Singapore

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Economic conditions drive companies to take a fresh look at their customs operations
March 04, 2010
During the current economic climate it is the ideal time for companies to review their operations with a view to reducing costs and an important part of this for an importer will be the landed cost of goods, including supply chain and related expenses.

Excise Movement and Control System
March 04, 2010
EMCS: When and how?

UKWA working with the Carbon Trust on ‘emissions toolkit’ for the warehousing industry
March 01, 2010
Warehouse owners are set to benefit from an ‘emissions toolkit’ that will help warehouse operators cut their carbon footprint and save on costs.

One small step for man, one giant leap for staff morale
February 22, 2010
A few subtle changes make all the difference, says business consultant. Sales are falling, communication is lacking and motivation is at a seasonal low. In other words, it’s February.

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