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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Future Market Insights’ analyst view – ‘Sustainability on tap: eco-friendly beverage packaging trends’

1 Future Market Insights’ analyst view – ‘Sustainability on tap: eco-friendly beverage packaging trends’

The global beverage packaging market is expected to secure US$ 156.7 Billion in 2032 while expanding at a CAGR of 4.1%. The market is likely to hold a value of US$ 104.8 Billion in 2022.

Why Europe’s driver shortage isn’t just a personnel problem

2 Why Europe’s driver shortage isn’t just a personnel problem

By Stephan Sieber, CEO, Transporeon. 

It's no secret that global supply chain disruption has dominated headlines since mid-2020. And, over the past three years, the continuing aftershocks of the COVID pandemic, combined with geopolitical factors and an economic downturn, have caused significant upheaval for shippers, cargo receivers, service providers, brokers, freight forwarders, carriers – and of course consumers.

Fenton Packaging Solutions invests in the future

3 Fenton Packaging Solutions invests in the future

Following the recent announcement of its management buyout (MBO), Leeds-based Fenton Packaging Solutions is continuing to expand and is investing in the future.

Palletline refreshes forklift fleet in £3.5M deal with Linde Material Handling

4 Palletline refreshes forklift fleet in £3.5M deal with Linde Material Handling

UK palletised freight distribution network Palletline is refreshing its forklift fleet with energy efficient models following a new deal with Linde Material Handling.

Pall-Ex introduces the new ‘Parcel Pallet’ to make large and multiple parcel distribution easier

5 Pall-Ex introduces the new ‘Parcel Pallet’ to make large and multiple parcel distribution easier

The Pall-Ex Group has introduced a new pallet size designed specifically for parcel distribution. The new Parcel Pallet is claimed to be a first-to-market offering within the pallet network sector.

Robok secures $2.1m in growth and grant funding to deliver enhanced safety and efficiency in industrial workplaces

6 Robok secures $2.1m in growth and grant funding to deliver enhanced safety and efficiency in industrial workplaces

RoboK, a start-up applying AI-powered computer vision to logistics & industrial workplaces, has announced $2.1 million in funding, making it $4 million to date, for accelerating commercial expansion.

The company is on a mission to deliver significant value to customers and unlock the often-overlooked potential of its existing industrial CCTV cameras.

Dakota forms partnership with Ai Automation, adding robotics to its solution portfolio

7 Dakota forms partnership with Ai Automation, adding robotics to its solution portfolio

Dakota Integrated Solutions Ltd, a real-time data capture, printing, mobility, support and voice-directed solution specialist, has formed a partnership with Ai Automation, a worldwide specialist in vision, automation and robotics.

MSC Air Cargo partners with IBS Software to power its global air cargo busin

8 MSC Air Cargo partners with IBS Software to power its global air cargo busin

IBS Software, a global provider of SaaS solutions to the travel and cargo industry, has been selected by the air cargo unit of MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, as a strategic partner in a bid to digitally transform its air cargo operations.

Greek post office makes further commitment to LiBiao Robotics’ parcel sortation technology

9 Greek post office makes further commitment to LiBiao Robotics’ parcel sortation technology

Some two years after introducing LiBiao robotic parcel sortation technology at its sorting centre in Athens, Hellenic Post (ELTA), the state-owned provider of postal services in Greece, has introduced additional robots, chutes and induction stations at the site.

EskoWorld event underlines importance of entire supply chain being ‘connected'

10 EskoWorld event underlines importance of entire supply chain being ‘connected'

The importance of connecting people and processes throughout the entire packaging supply chain was the key theme at this year’s EskoWorld, which saw hundreds of packaging professionals come together to discuss the challenges they face today and plan for those they might face in the future.

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