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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PPS offers effective repairs of plastic RTE - including Dolav and Pallet Boxes

1 PPS offers effective repairs of plastic RTE - including Dolav and Pallet Boxes

Supplier of Returnable Transit Equipment (RTE), PPS Midlands Ltd has established a fully equipped workshop to offer plastic and metal welding services in order to repair damaged pallets, crates, trays, Dolav containers and metal cages.

Ireland gets BITO's full storage solution range

2 Ireland gets BITO's full storage solution range

BITO has expanded its sales force into Ireland. Belfast-based Stephen Finlay now represents BITO's full product range, including their 164 page "Fast Track" product catalogue.

For indoor and outdoor use

3 For indoor and outdoor use

New reach truck models for both indoor and outdoor use are now available from Linde Material Handling in the 1.4 to 2-tonne load category.

DHL beats traffic with London’s first express helicopter service

4 DHL beats traffic with London’s first express helicopter service

DHL Express, the international express services provider, has launched what it describes as London's first ever scheduled helicopter delivery service.

CargoWise One continues advancement of ACE compliance solutions

5 CargoWise One continues advancement of ACE compliance solutions

WiseTech Global reports that its single-platform solution, CargoWise One, is fully capable of satisfying every compliance requirement of the US Customs and Border Protection's Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) mandate, set to begin November 2015.

SAX for accurate, fast and reliable deliveries using mobile Proof of Delivery

6 SAX for accurate, fast and reliable deliveries using mobile Proof of Delivery

For SAX accurate and efficient deliveries to customers and branches are crucial. SAX recently integrated Zetes' mobile Proof of Delivery solution, which offers bespoke, optimised route planning, into its logistics processes.

Cammack Haulage joins the Fortec Distribution Network

7 Cammack Haulage joins the Fortec Distribution Network

Logistics company NC Cammack & Son Ltd has joined the Fortec Distribution Network with a view to further expanding its business while making its operations more efficient.

Unlock the secrets of a flexible business universe

8 Unlock the secrets of a flexible business universe

How can a logistics operation gain the skills needed for smooth growth in an environment of uncertainty? John O'Reilly, Operations Director at FlexPlus, explains the 'Flex Way' for achieving a 'flexible universe business model' to mitigate risk and future-proof your business.

Palletline member makes a move after major success

9 Palletline member makes a move after major success

UK palletised distribution specialist, Palletline, has announced the relocation of longstanding member, Welch's Transport Ltd to a multimillion pound, purpose-built facility in Duxford, Cambridgeshire.

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