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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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Logistics, storage & distribution: Decreasing isolation to increase engagement and productivity

1 Logistics, storage & distribution: Decreasing isolation to increase engagement and productivity

By James Scott, founder and chief executive of Thrive.App.

If there’s been any industry hit particularly hard by the circumstances of 2020, it’s been the logistics, storage, and distribution industry. But it’s not for the same reasons that a lot of businesses have struggled — in fact, quite the opposite.

Safety is too important to rely on ‘off the shelf’ products. When sourcing safety solutions, consultation is key

2 Safety is too important to rely on ‘off the shelf’ products. When sourcing safety solutions, consultation is key

The boom in online retail in recent years has undoubtedly boosted warehouse and logistics operation in the UK while the circumstances of 2020 continue to fuel further growth within the industry as consumers steer clear of the high street; opting instead for online shopping and delivery.

Expand grid capacity to support EV revolution, says Logistics UK

3 Expand grid capacity to support EV revolution, says Logistics UK

Reports of the ending of sales of new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars and vans from 2030 (brought forward from 2035) will present additional challenges for commercial vehicle operators without urgent government action to ensure the energy and charging infrastructure is ready to support the switch to electric vehicles, says Denise Beedell, Policy Manager for Vans and Urban at Logistics UK.

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