This month, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) joined Mates in Mind’s community of Supporter organisations and have partnered with the charity to improve the mental health of their workforce and members.
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.
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Wincanton investing in safety with home delivery fleet technology
Feb 03, 2020
As part of its commitment to improving safety and efficiency, Wincanton, the largest British third-party logistics (3PL) company, has invested in 360-degree cameras and telematics technology across its home delivery fleet; which serves major customers such as Marks & Spencer.
Chilled operator gains time and traceability with new cross-docking solution
Feb 03, 2020
Peter Green Chilled, the UK temperature-controlled logistics operators, reports significant time savings and improved stock monitoring since completing a 9-month trial of a new cross-docking app from Mandata.
Consistent quality from Bibby Distribution wraps up contract extension with Berry BPI Packaging Solutions Hereford
Feb 03, 2020
Bibby Distribution has recorded nine years of consistently meeting a 98 per cent on-time in full (OTIF) delivery rate for Berry BPI Packaging Solutions Hereford, resulting in the packaging manufacturer renewing its transport contract for the third time.
Brake and Alphabet announce new crisis management seminar for fleet professionals
Feb 03, 2020
Fleet managers and HR professionals from around the country are being invited to come to Farnborough, Hampshire in March to learn more about dealing with the aftermath of a crash involving one of their vehicles.
XPO Logistics Weighs In with Seven-Tonne Donation for 35 Food Banks in the UK
Feb 03, 2020
Employees of XPO Logistics, a leading global provider of transport and logistics solutions, helped families in need over the holiday season by delivering more than seven tonnes of food to 35 food banks. The donation is equivalent to providing an estimated 9,500 meals for vulnerable people across the UK.
