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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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Pallet Trucks UK offers galvanised pallet trucks as pharmaceutical industry looks set for record growth

1 Pallet Trucks UK offers galvanised pallet trucks as pharmaceutical industry looks set for record growth

Pallet Trucks UK's range of galvanised and stainless steel pallet trucks are set to be in high demand throughout 2015 – especially in the pharmaceuticals industry, where it's been predicted that the coming year will be another year of huge growth.

BDA becomes Regulated Agent for cargo screening

2 BDA becomes Regulated Agent for cargo screening

Specialist time critical logistics provider Bespoke Distribution Aviation (BDA) has become a Regulated Agent for the screening of cargo, following a significant investment in new screening technology.

Recycling reliability secures Braiform renewal for Bibby Distribution

3 Recycling reliability secures Braiform renewal for Bibby Distribution

Garment hanger manufacturer and recycler Braiform has renewed its contract with Bibby Distribution, thanks to the 3PL's ongoing reliability and flexibility.

Stertil Koni lifts specified for new £10 million Scottish Eco Park

4 Stertil Koni lifts specified for new £10 million Scottish Eco Park

A new £10m purpose-built headquarters for Healthcare Environmental Group (HEG) in Lanarkshire, Scotland, is benefiting from the installation of Stertil Koni commercial vehicle lifts within its state of the art fleet workshop facility.

John Hackling Transport places order for new Britannia washing system to keep fleet pristine

5 John Hackling Transport places order for new Britannia washing system to keep fleet pristine

When John Hackling (Transport) Ltd needed a new automated washing machine to clean its fleet of more than 60 vehicles director Dale Hackling did not have to look very far.

Heavy-duty transporter for safe, efficient steel handling

6 Heavy-duty transporter for safe, efficient steel handling

A heavy-duty transporter system designed and installed by Sidetracker Engineering is providing a leading UK steel producer with safe, efficient transportation of loads weighing up to 12 tonnes within one of its North Yorkshire warehouses.

The international meeting place for transport, freight forwarding and the logistics chain

7 The international meeting place for transport, freight forwarding and the logistics chain

The International Week of Transport and Logistics (SITL Paris) brings together all the innovative products and services dedicated to the transport of goods, freight forwarding and the logistics chain.

New UK 'Women In Packaging' organisation launch

8 New UK 'Women In Packaging' organisation launch

A new organisation to connect, support and recognise female employees in the Packaging Industry is being launched by two long serving women from the sector.

Reduce lift truck damage to pallet rack and plant

9 Reduce lift truck damage to pallet rack and plant

Like busy freeways, plants and warehouses have had to squeeze more traffic into less space as the cost of real estate has risen over the years. With more product and equipment packed tighter, operating with more just-in-time logistics, the risk of lift truck impact is greater than ever today. That puts your people, production, and assets at risk.

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