Almost 30% of fleet operators eat and drink while driving, even though it is almost as dangerous as using a hands-free or handheld mobile phone and greatly increases the risk of being in or causing a collision, a survey has shown.
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.
Loading bay maintenance is the key to keeping your business moving
Jun 25, 2014
Every year, there are over 5,000 accidents involving transport in the workplace, and despite the many safety improvements to equipment over recent decades, the loading bay remains one of the most dangerous parts of a warehouse, states Jonathan Bowdler, service sales manager of Pickerings Lifts Loading Systems.
New incident management service wins major fleet contract
Jun 25, 2014
TTS360, a full service incident & accident management resource for the motor fleet and insurance industry launched just last year, is looking to grow after announcing its first high profile contract with a large UK fleet.
Fleetmatics acquires Routist
Jun 25, 2014
Fleetmatics Group Plc has acquired Florence, Italy-based KKT Srl, the developer of Routist, a SaaS-based, intelligent vehicle routing solution for businesses looking to optimise the utilisation of their fleets and mobile resources.
Fortec Distribution Network encourages young people to enter logistics profession
Jun 25, 2014
Fortec Distribution Network is making significant steps to persuade young people to consider logistics in a fresh light when looking at career options by offering a number of opportunities ranging from apprenticeships to internships.
Safety awards for Crane Rental Corporation
Jun 25, 2014
The Cargo Equipment Experts CEE networks Florida member Crane Rental Corporation's safety record has recently earned recognition from a number of industry organisations.
Briggs Equipment helps Fire and Rescue Service support rural communities
Jun 25, 2014
Communities in the South East of England are set to benefit from even more support from their local fire and rescue service thanks to new vehicles supplied by provider of material's handling solutions, Briggs Equipment.
Dematic to provide order fulfilment system for leading grocer
Jun 25, 2014
Dematic has been awarded a contract by Associated Grocers of New England to provide a new order fulfilment system that will be used to replenish food and merchandise items to grocery retailers.
On Logistics chooses Advanced WMS to support three year growth strategy
Jun 25, 2014
On Logistics, a third party logistics (3PL) provider, has implemented a warehouse management system (WMS) from Advanced Business Solutions (Advanced) as it seeks to more than double its turnover in just three years.
Hino Trucks partners with Telogis to provide telematics intelligence
Jun 25, 2014
Hino Trucks has partnered with Telogis exclusively to release its next-generation platform for Hino INSIGHT, the company's comprehensive, web-based location and telematics solution tailored specifically for the medium-duty commercial truck market.
