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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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Laying the groundwork for effective delivery and returns management

1 Laying the groundwork for effective delivery and returns management

By Johan Hellman, VP Product and Carrier, nShift.

For multichannel and ecommerce retailers and their logistics partners, the first months of the year are when crucial groundwork is done to learn the lessons from last year’s peak season. However, although total retail sales were up at the end of 2023, the increase was significantly down on the previous year.

Groke unveils situational awareness tool for Fleet Managers

2 Groke unveils situational awareness tool for Fleet Managers

Groke Technologies has introduced an important new solution designed to give ship managers shoreside a better view of the surrounding area of all the vessels in their fleet.

BITO to demonstrate innovative storage and picking at MACH 2024

3 BITO to demonstrate innovative storage and picking at MACH 2024

BITO Storage Systems will be exhibiting at the MACH 2024. Held on 15-19 April at the NEC, Birmingham, MACH is the key event for manufacturing engineers, decision makers and buyers to find, specify and purchase new equipment.

New deal secured at Greater Manchester Industrial Estate

4 New deal secured at Greater Manchester Industrial Estate

Network Space Developments (NSD) has let a 17,000 sq ft unit at the flagship Broadheath Networkcentre in Altrincham.

Anything to declare? Ensuring efficiency in cross-border logistics

5 Anything to declare? Ensuring efficiency in cross-border logistics

In our globalised economy, an incredible volume of goods crosses international borders every day. While displaying key information on parcels is essential for clearing customs, many countries are tightening regulations to stop fraudulent, dangerous and illegal goods entering their markets.

Container traders anticipate rise in disruptions and increase in container prices in the wake of Baltimore Bridge collision

6 Container traders anticipate rise in disruptions and increase in container prices in the wake of Baltimore Bridge collision

In the aftermath of the Baltimore bridge collision, supply chain professionals are anticipating price hikes, as indicated by a significant rise in sentiment for container price increases.

IAG Cargo restarts services between London and Abu Dhabi as part of its 2024 summer schedule

7 IAG Cargo restarts services between London and Abu Dhabi as part of its 2024 summer schedule

IAG Cargo has started its summer schedule which will see an increase in services between its core hubs in London, Madrid, Barcelona and Dublin to key destinations across the world.

XPO Logistics boosts maternity benefits

8 XPO Logistics boosts maternity benefits

XPO, provider of end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe, has enhanced its maternity benefits for soon-to-be and new parents.

Peel Ports Group seeks bids for £750 million construction works

9 Peel Ports Group seeks bids for £750 million construction works

Peel Ports Group is inviting contractors to submit bids for two new frameworks covering a major long-term programme of construction works across its UK and Ireland sites, worth a total of £750 million.

Vanaways’ speedy delivery gets Omnis on the road without delay

10 Vanaways’ speedy delivery gets Omnis on the road without delay

Traffic management specialist Omnis Highway Solutions was so impressed with the service from independent vehicle supplier Vanaways that it gave the green light to a repeat order.

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