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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Aircraft Carrier Alliance and Wincanton win supply chain award

1 Aircraft Carrier Alliance and Wincanton win supply chain award

business took to the winner's podium in the European Supply Chain Excellence Awards recently.

Two new faces at Jungheinrich

2 Two new faces at Jungheinrich

Jungheinrich has further strengthened its Systems & Projects Division with the appointment of two new project engineers - Tony Magee and Steve Millar.

Arpac Europe and Peterson announce distributor agreement to sell Arpac machinery in Finland

3 Arpac Europe and Peterson announce distributor agreement to sell Arpac machinery in Finland

ARPAC Europe Ltd and Finnish distributor and manufacturer Peterson PackSystems have announced an exclusive distribution agreement.

Tracker launches its next generation of fleet technology

4 Tracker launches its next generation of fleet technology

Fleet telematics expert, Tracker, has unveiled its next-generation of fleet tracking solutions, reinforcing its position as an innovative and ambitious player in the marketplace.

Business mentoring scheme for logistics executives

5 Business mentoring scheme for logistics executives

UKWA the trade association representing the logistics industry - has announced details of its plans to launch a new business mentoring scheme for supply chain executives.

3iS Fleetvision - time for 100% fleet visibility

6 3iS Fleetvision - time for 100% fleet visibility

Telematics software provider and systems integrator Isotrak is preparing to welcome guests to showcase data capture from its Third Party Logistics Integration Service (3iS Fleetvision).

Field service 2011- Mobility and the Extension of the Service Enterprise

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An Aberdeen Group Mobility White paper brought to you by Psion.The explosion of mobility in both the consumer and enterprise arenas is undeniable. Successful business leaders in service, IT or otherwise, fully fathom the opportunity provided by mobile tools and applications, and treat mobility as an extension of their IT and business strategy.

Westfalia Technologies upgrades ASRS at Bridgford Foods

8 Westfalia Technologies upgrades ASRS at Bridgford Foods

Bridgford Foods Corporation recently contracted Westfalia Technologies, Inc. to upgrade their existing Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) in Dallas, TX.

VOSA compliant vehicle inspections mobile application released by TAAP

9 VOSA compliant vehicle inspections mobile application released by TAAP

TAAP vehicle inspection software applications now include VOSA compliant versions which cover everything from tyre checks and brakes to oil leaks and exhaust smoke.

UPS paperless invoice for air freight saves time, money and trees

10 UPS paperless invoice for air freight saves time, money and trees

UPS has announced it is extending to air freight customers the same capability now enjoyed by small package shippers to electronically clear customs in more than 90 countries including the UK.

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