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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Mexx's DC delivers highly flexible and responsive order fulfilment

1 Mexx's DC delivers highly flexible and responsive order fulfilment

The system handles goods for a diverse range of store formats.

Clean supply for Barloworld with Hako

2 Clean supply for Barloworld with Hako

Barloworld Handling has announced a preferred supply agreement with cleaning machine manufacturer Hako.

CEVA wins spare parts distribution contract with BMW UK

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CEVA Logistics has been awarded a contract with BMW UK to manage the delivery of spare parts to approximately 200 BMW and MINI dealerships across the UK and Northern Ireland.

FreightScan completes first installations of its FS100 cargo dimensioning systems for DHL

4 FreightScan completes first installations of its FS100 cargo dimensioning systems for DHL

Following several days of installing and training, the automated systems are now fully operational by the DHL staff, which is scanning 100 percent of its shipments with the FS100.

TIME RUNNING OUT TO GET READY FOR RECOVERY WARNS DAVIES & ROBSON

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Leading logistics consultancy, Davies & Robson is urging companies to act fast to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the recession as business confidence begins to return.

Fleet Director upgrade sets new standards

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Trafficmaster has just upgraded its Fleet Director fleet management system to include a range of enhancements that help both fleet managers and drivers.

DHL Triumphs in reducing environmental impact with integrated tracking and planning from Paragon

7 DHL Triumphs in reducing environmental impact with integrated tracking and planning from Paragon

DHL Supply Chain has taken significant steps forward in reducing its carbon footprint and boosted customer service levels with the introduction of integrated planning and satellite vehicle tracking for its Triumph office furniture contract.

How to improve lithium traction batteries

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Because of the fundamental chemistry of lithium, it is the most promising basis of the bulk of traction batteries over the next ten years.

StreetMapper 360 maps Bournemouth in 3D

9 StreetMapper 360 maps Bournemouth in 3D

Ordnance Survey has unveiled a highly detailed and accurate 3D map of the English seaside resort of Bournemouth.

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