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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BITO red tape for IMHX 2016

1 BITO red tape for IMHX 2016

A highlight of IMHX 2016 is sure to be found on BITO Storage Systems' stand (9F80) with the UK launch of a new driverless intralogistics transport solution that does not require any permanent fixtures - making it easy to implement, adapt or remove.

Inther realises shuttle AS/RS solution at Marchon Eyewear

2 Inther realises shuttle AS/RS solution at Marchon Eyewear

Marchon Eyewear, one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of quality eyewear and sunwear, collaborated with system integrator Inther Logistics Engineering BV in order to automate its EMEA distribution centre based in Amsterdam.

Allport teams up with top retailers to address South East Asia supply chain opportunities

3 Allport teams up with top retailers to address South East Asia supply chain opportunities

International supply chain and freight forwarding company, Allport Cargo Services, has joined forces with leading global retailers to share innovation and best practice in international supply chain logistics.

Special Technology Report – AIDC/Mobile Computing

4 Special Technology Report – AIDC/Mobile Computing

The data factor

Manufacturing & Logistics IT spoke to a number of experts from the vendor and analyst communities about recent developments in the world of automatic identification & data capture and mobile computing technologies – including those concerning integration, security and technology convergence. The contributors also reflect on some of the key drivers for these developments, and consider what AIDC/mobile computer solution users can likely look forward to in the not too distant future.

Masternaut and Same Day Courier Network partnership delivers the goods

5 Masternaut and Same Day Courier Network partnership delivers the goods

Masternaut, provider of fleet telematics, has formed a strategic partnership with transport industry trading platform, Same Day Courier Network (SDCN), to ensure couriers and haulage operators can improve fleet efficiency through telematics.

Asda's toyou parcel service marks six months of success with the signing of four new partners

6 Asda's toyou parcel service marks six months of success with the signing of four new partners

Six months since it launched, toyou, Asda's end-to-end parcel service has now announced four new partners.

New Bibby Distribution trucks for Frank Roberts And Sons

7 New Bibby Distribution trucks for Frank Roberts And Sons

Bibby Distribution's transport contract with Roberts Bakery has risen to a new level, with the introduction of five new bespoke bread transport trucks.

Linde Material Handling maximises field of view and safety with Linde E20R-E35R forklift trucks

8 Linde Material Handling maximises field of view and safety with Linde E20R-E35R forklift trucks

Linde E20 to E35 electric trucks with a load capacity of 2.0 to 3.5 tonnes are among the best-selling electric forklifts in Europe. Overhead tilt cylinders are one specific feature of these trucks.

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