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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Knapp promotes YLOG shuttles in UK market

1 Knapp promotes YLOG shuttles in UK market

With a successful first year under its belt and new premises now open, YLOG Industry Solutions GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of Knapp AG, is looking to the UK for potential customers for its extension of shuttle storage technology.

UKWA engagement at House of Lords

2 UKWA engagement at House of Lords

Making his first public address as CEO of UKWA (United Kingdom Warehousing Association), Peter Ward told a prestigious reception, held at the House of Lords recently: "I am thrilled to be taking on this role at an exciting time for our industry, as it undergoes change at an unprecedented rate".

AITT and Crown clarify training categorisation for Crown Wave

3 AITT and Crown clarify training categorisation for Crown Wave

UK accreditation body – the AITT – has announced the outcome of important discussions with Crown Lift Trucks to ensure that trainees receive the appropriate qualifications for operating the Crown Wave.

Surrey Pallets selects Fortec Distribution Network

4 Surrey Pallets selects Fortec Distribution Network

When truck driver Sean Bourke decided to set up Surrey Pallets with a partner this year he already had in mind to join the Fortec Distribution Network.

Speedy opens UK NDC at Tamworth

5 Speedy opens UK NDC at Tamworth

Speedy has opened a flagship National Distribution Centre (NDC) in Tamworth, which is, claims Speedy, is set to revolutionise the way the company operates.

Simply the best

6 Simply the best

FLTA honours the individuals, teams and companies raising standards.

Carlson Vehicle Transfer selects Intelligent Telematics for 3G camera solution

7 Carlson Vehicle Transfer selects Intelligent Telematics for 3G camera solution

Carlson Vehicle Transfer (CVT), provider road transport and logistics services to the automotive industry, has adopted a 3G camera solution from Intelligent Telematics designed to minimise insurance costs, reduce accident rates and support driver training.

TNT receives contract renewal from AB Volvo for international delivery services

8 TNT receives contract renewal from AB Volvo for international delivery services

TNT has received a three-year contract renewal from the Swedish truck and bus maker AB Volvo for 'inbound to production' and aftermarket delivery services in Europe.

The laws have changed: telematics & liability

9 The laws have changed: telematics & liability

Technology is rapidly changing the way fleets operate and insure drivers, cargo, and companies. But utilising telematics for better control over inventory, tracking driver performance, and getting less expensive usage-based insurance for the vehicles can open a Pandora's Box of sorts for exposure to liability in a dynamic, changing legal landscape.

Cold chain logistics a hot topic at Intermodal Asia 2015

10 Cold chain logistics a hot topic at Intermodal Asia 2015

The world's growing appetite for food and drink, as well as many other temperature sensitive products such as photographic film, chemicals and pharmaceutical drugs, has increased the need for more efficient and ecological methods of storage and shipping in the cold store chain sector.

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