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Katem Logistics thinks pink for charity
January 25, 2012
Palletforce member Katem Logistics has turned one of its trucks bright pink as part of a campaign to raise £5,000 for charity.

P&O Ferrymasters wins Tate & Lyle renewal contract
February 01, 2012
Pan-European logistics specialist P&O Ferrymasters has signed a new three-year contract with longstanding customer Tate & Lyle.

Hellmann UK launches trailer planning tool to improve cost control
February 01, 2012
After months in the planning stages, logistics operator Hellmann Worldwide Logistics UK has launched a trailer planning tool.

DHL delivers Manchester United's International Champ19ns Trophy Tour
February 01, 2012
DHL Express will be teaming up with Manchester United this month (February) to deliver the Reds' Champ19ns Trophy Tour.

UK freight association's service awards recognise the best
January 25, 2012
The winners of the British International Freight Association's (BIFA) freight forwarding and logistics awards were announced at a recent ceremony hosted by Christine Hamilton, media personality and after-dinner speaker.

Isotrak invites key industry players to LGV Fleet Forum
January 25, 2012
Vehicle tracking, telematics and systems integration company, Isotrak, is inviting valued customers, prospects and press to its fast expanding Milton Keynes head office to take part in an event geared towards LGV fleet operators.

Rhys Davies Freight Logistics to expand Freight Forwarding Division
January 18, 2012
over responsibility for the company's Freight Forwarding Division, with a brief to significantly expand its operations during the next two years.

UK freight forwarders offer Olympic advice
January 18, 2012
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has added a dedicated area on its website to offer logistics advice in connection with the staging of the Olympic and Paralympic games at a number of locations throughout the UK in the summer of 2012.

CEVA announces new Chief Commercial Officer
January 18, 2012
CEVA Logistics, the global supply chain management company, has appointed Inna Kuznetsova as Chief Commercial Officer, effective 30 January 2012. Inna will head the global sales organization and join the Executive Board of the company.

Wincanton wins Premier Foods contract
January 18, 2012
UK supply chain solution specialist Wincanton has been awarded a five-year contract with Premier Foods – the UK food producer and home to some of Britain's favourite food brands.

Forward planning helped City Link to cope with Christmas rush
January 18, 2012
Accurate forecasting along with months of careful planning helped premium express parcel carrier City Link maintain service levels throughout the peak period in spite of a reported hike of over 15% in online shopping.

Single-platform fleet management system hits 175,000 vehicle milestone
January 11, 2012
TomTom has hit another milestone by providing its fleet management system to 15,000 customers who actively manage more than 175,000 vehicles.

Globe Air Cargo awarded prestigious Vietnam Airlines GSA contract in the UK
January 11, 2012
Vietnam Airlines has chosen Globe Air Cargo as the cargo general sales agent for its new route between London Gatwick, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Wincanton set on growth following European sell-off and bank refinancing announcements
January 10, 2012
Provider of supply chain solutions, Wincanton plc, has now shed the final part of its mainland European operations and set its sights on sustained profitable growth in the UK and Ireland.

New system for processing the freight bookings launched
January 10, 2012
A new online booking processing system, Freibos.com – dealing with the price quotes, freight bookings and transport invoices – is now available.

Norbert Dentressangle spruces up Needlefresh supply chain
December 18, 2011
Norbert Dentressangle has been appointed by Needlefresh Direct Limited to manage the import and direct distribution of real Christmas trees from Belgium to UK retail outlets within four days of harvesting.

Sunwin Services Group benefits from ByBox
December 18, 2011
365 days a year = 8,760 hours = 525,600 minutes = 31,536,000 seconds….. ByBox, the field solutions specialist claims to be the only company in the logistics sector in which every business unit works every single one of these seconds.

Skillweb introduces tracking enhancement for returns
December 18, 2011
Skillweb has extended its end-to-end parcel tracking system to enable couriers and parcel delivery drivers to handle ad hoc returns on behalf of online and catalogue retail customers.

Yodel clients streamline processes with NetDespatch shipping application
December 19, 2011
NetDespatch is helping Yodel, the UK parcel delivery company, to offer advanced on-line shipping solutions to its clients.


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Innovate Logistics: Video Case Study
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Tim Bolam, group operations development director, explains in this video clip how losing just a short amount of time in a chilled operation can quickly escalate into a major supply chain problem.

A Day in the Life...
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The "Day in the Life" video highlights the various issues faced by the transport office

SCA Packaging Case Study
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SCA opperate from over 200 locations in 29 countries. They installed a fully integrated supply chain management system fron EFACS.

Wild Robotic Ride!
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SCANIA - What a truck!
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Donaldson takes control of European distribution with Manhattan Associates
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In-sourcing the EDC, with the help of Manhattan’s Warehouse Management system.

TNT Fashion Case Study
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TNT Fashion Group has proved that the WMS system can give a 20% productivity saving just by controlling the flow of product.


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Building an Export Compliance Program - White Paper
November 10, 2010
Critical Elements for Leveraging Automation to Support an ECP

The 2010 Trends in Yard Management Systems by ADMi
March 24, 2010
The 2010 Trends in Yard Management Systems survey provides a comprehensive look at the satisfaction with customers’ existing yard management systems and the willingness to invest in yard management systems in the near future.

Fuel for Thought: Strategies for Counteracting Soaring Oil Prices
February 15, 2011
It’s difficult to identify any area of business—or of life, for that matter—that hasn’t been affected at some level by skyrocketing fuel prices. When the price of oil surges to record levels, businesses along every link of the supply chain feel the pain.

6 Best Practices to Improve Compliance with a Restricted Party Screening Solution
April 06, 2010
RPS is the process that a company goes through to ensure that they are not engaging in trade with a government sanctioned party.This white paper shows how to select and get the fastest return from your screening investment.

Exclusive Transport & Logistics Sector research proves reducing costs is still core for businesses

Exclusive new research by Transport Intelligence (TI) and Kewill, has confirmed that Transport and Logistics Service Providers have had to implement cost saving measures and make operational efficiencies in response to the economic climate.

Why Your Company Needs A Parcel Shipping Solution
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This white paper looks at the advantages that can be gained from using a multi-carrier solution.

Material Handling Glossary
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Industry terms & definitions

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.

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LogiCon 2012
7- 9th February 2012 -Amsterdam, Netherlands
MODEX 2012 -Supply Chain
6-9th February 2012 -Atlanta,GA ,USA
Logistics Link South 2012
21st-22nd February 2012- Esher,Surrey
Ipack-Ima 2012 (Packaging,Material Handling)
28th Feb-3rd March 2012, Milan, Italy
Transport Week 2012
6-8 March 2012 • Gdansk,Poand
LogiMAT 2012
13 - 15 March 2012, New Stuttgart Trade Fair Centre
SITL Europe 2012
27th to 30th March 2012 - Paris
LogiPharma Europe 2012
24th – 26th April 2012 -Geneva, Switzerland
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16th-17th May 2012 -Forest Pines Hotel,Lincolnshire
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New Aberdeen Group Report
February 01, 2012

In this first-ever survey, users confirm the benefits of voice in the warehouse, but there are some surprises.

UK freight forwarders comment on National Ports Policy
December 14, 2011

Following a review, the British International Freight Association (BIFA) says that the National Policy Statement for Ports (NPS) delivers a framework for port infrastructure development in England and Wales over the next few decades.

Port-centric distribution key to tackling time, cost and carbon challenges in the retail supply chain
December 07, 2011

The findings of an independent research paper, conducted by the University of Southampton, has shown Port-Centric Distribution (PCD) does address key retail supply chain challenges of time, cost and carbon emissions.

Kiva Systems – 6-fold improvement for Crate & Barrel
November 30, 2011

At Otto Group company, Crate & Barrel, known for its fashion-forward home furnishings, its eCommerce fulfillment center in California doesn't disappoint. Inside the DC, it's a feast for the eyes - where bright orange mobile-robotic drive units whiz inventory around on portable shelves. But, as cool as it all looks, it's the speed and productivity offered by Kiva's Mobile-Robotic Fulfillment System that is the real differentiator.

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