Logistics businesses should take the chance to speak out against the worsening skills shortage, according to FTA, as it calls on industry to support the call for evidence launched by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Road Freight and Logistics.
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 Equipment, Overhead Handling Equipment, Packaging and Labelling Solutions, Pallets & Containers,Transport and Distribution, Racking & Shelving as well as Trade Shows and Industry Events.
Smart packaging counteracting the lost moment of truth
Apr 15, 2019
In the new report "Smart Packaging 2019-2029", IDTechEx Research finds that electronic smart packaging will become a $1.8 Billion market in 2029.
Lifting the liner block exemption law will not improve shippers' lives
Apr 15, 2019
Wading into the war of words between shippers and carriers in recent weeks, speakers at the TOC Asia Container Supply Chain conference in Singapore claimed removing the BER would yield no benefit to cargo owners.
The BER, which is the de facto legislation covering liner alliances and vessel sharing agreements (VSAs) on container trades to and from Europe, is set to expire on 25 April next year.
Aggreko launches emergency cold storage unit
Apr 15, 2019
Cold storage warehouses will be able to immediately recover from breakdowns due to Aggreko’s new temporary air cooled low temperature AC units.
New British technology eCargo bike manufacturer announces ‘Project 1'
Apr 15, 2019
A new, technology-led, eCargo bike manufacturer from Oxford, Electric Assisted Vehicles Limited (EAV) launched its new company and announced its new Project 1 (P1) eCargo bike at the eBike summit in Oxford on 10 April.
CEVA Logistics renews contract with FCA until 2022
Apr 15, 2019
CEVA Logistics is further consolidating its partnership with Fiat Chrysler Automotive (FCA) in Brazil by renewing its existing business partnership with the awarding of additional four and a half year contract.
Exide sees increased adoption of Its GNB EasyPick battery selection system
Apr 15, 2019
Battery manufacturer Exide Technologies, a global provider of stored energy solutions for the transportation and industrial markets, is seeing increased uptake of GNB EasyPick.
Miniclipper Logistics boosts service levels and business performance with Paragon transport planning solution
Apr 10, 2019
Miniclipper Logistics, the fast-growing 3rd party logistics business, is using Paragon’s routing and scheduling software to enhance service delivery and maximise profitability within its nationwide operation.
Verizon Connect provides factory-fit telematics and workforce management solutions to help drive efficiency and improve operations for customers
Apr 09, 2019
To help customers gain insights into their fleets, Verizon Connect has partnered with Iveco, manufacturer of commercial and industrial vehicles, to provide customers with its comprehensive telematics and mobile workforce management software platform.
Verdion launches iPort Phase 2 with 731,000 sq ft mega-warehouse deal
Apr 09, 2019
Pan-European logistics specialist Verdion has launched the second phase of its iPort logistics hub in Doncaster with a 731,000 sq ft (67,912 sq m) letting to a major online retailer.
