Penske Logistics has announced the 24 recipients of its 2022 Freight Management Carrier Awards program. This year the event took place at an awards ceremony in Phoenix.
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New package sorter takes off at FedEx Stansted cargo facility
Dec 13, 2022
FedEx Express Europe, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp, has officially unveiled new package sorting technology at its Stansted Airport facility.
Frankfurt Cargo Services achieves 100% power from renewable energy source
Dec 13, 2022
Frankfurt Cargo Services’ (FCS) operation in Germany is now powered by 100% renewable energy in support of its parent company Worldwide Flight Services’ (WFS) ‘Our Sustainable Flight Path’ program, a core part of WFS’ Environmental, Social & Government (ESG) strategy.
Wincanton wins Huda Beauty e-commerce contract
Dec 13, 2022
Wincanton Group, the supply chain partner for UK business, has partnered with Huda Beauty to provide its UK e-commerce direct-to-consumer services. The contract will be operated by Cygnia Logistics, Wincanton’s specialist eFulfilment business.
The Tech Keeping Freight Workers Safe
Dec 13, 2022
By Jenny Jones, freelance writer.
It's common knowledge that people in the freight industry, especially long-distance drivers, already have a lot on their plates. Aside from preparing the documentation for their route, they also need to ensure on-time delivery. However, they tend to neglect personal safety, which is actually considered the most important thing.
By the end of 2032, zero-waste packaging market is projected to reach US$ 2.3 billion
Dec 12, 2022
The market for zero-waste packaging is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 8.8% from 2022 to 2032, reaching a worth of US$ 984.9 million in 2022. By the end of 2032, the market is anticipated to reach US$ 2,289.1 million.
Pall-Ex Group paves the way for London delivery success
Dec 12, 2022
Palletised freight distributors have historically faced challenges with last-mile delivery in urban areas, with London being notoriously difficult.
Tosca takes on new lease with Onward Holdings
Dec 12, 2022
Reusable packaging specialist Tosca has finalised a new 10-year lease from Onward Holdings Ltd, doubling the company’s warehousing capacity at the Yorkshire site. The deal combines two 30,000sqft units on the Green Lane Industrial Park in Featherstone.
Universal Carton Industries continues to grow in Ras Al Khaimah by investing AED 55 million and employing over 300 people
Dec 12, 2022
Universal Carton Industries (UCI), one of UAE’s leading corrugated cardboard box manufacturing companies located in Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), is investing AED 55 million to expand its production volume to meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions in the UAE and overseas.
Conquering retail peaks with mobile robots
Dec 06, 2022
Retail peaks such as Black Friday can seriously challenge intralogistics operations.
