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PTV's Chief Product Officer, An de Wispelaere, discusses the advantages, limitations, and risks of using artificial intelligence in route optimisation. In addition, she explains how PTV Logistics integrates academic research with its own studies to create innovative route Optimisation solutions within the vehicle routing problems (VRP) field that surpasses industry standards. Read more!
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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.
Leveraging AI for Route Optimisation: Pros, Limits, and Risks
Feb 27, 2024
BCMPA hails Contract Pack & Fulfilment show success
Feb 27, 2024
The BCMPA hosted 24 of its members at the Contract Pack & Fulfilment (CP&F) zone at Packaging Innovations & Empack at the NEC as retailers, brand owners and entrepreneurs continued to seek the support of UK contract manufacturers, packers and eCommerce/fulfilment providers.
Member support and network stability attracts new members to Palletforce
Feb 26, 2024
EV Cargo’s Palletforce is continuing to strengthen its national network by adding new quality members as it maintains a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and customer experience.
Toyota Material Handling Europe and Gideon enter strategic cooperation agreement for new automated logistics solutions
Feb 26, 2024
Today there is an increasing market demand for simple autonomous solutions with self-navigating vehicles and an easy user-interface.
FreightForce collects National Award
Feb 26, 2024
FreightForce has been presented with the Fortec Distribution New Member of the Year Award in recognition of its impactful contribution to the network during its first year of membership.
CHAMP Cargosystems launches Traxon Global eCommerce to streamline compliance for e-commerce shipments under ICS2
Feb 21, 2024
CHAMP Cargosystems has launched a new service, Traxon Global eCommerce (TGE), in an expansion of CHAMP’s Customs and security services.
What to look out for at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2024
Feb 21, 2024
With a record-breaking edition of Packaging Innovations & Empack now just days away, more than 400 exhibitors are making their final preparations for the UK's flagship packaging exhibition.
Packaging expert debunks disposable cup myths, as only 1 in 400 are actually recycled
Feb 20, 2024
New research from UK sustainable waste management company, Biffa, reveals that up to 1370 tonnes of perfectly good paper fibre that could be recycled, is being wasted in the UK each year.
Shining a light on truck lighting
Feb 20, 2024
By Ethan Harris, freelance writer.
When we think of trucks, we often imagine these massive vehicles traversing highways, but rarely do we consider the intricate details that make them not just operational, but also personalized and safe. Among these details, truck lighting plays a pivotal role, going beyond mere functionality to become an essential part of a truck's identity and safety measures.
Top retention strategies for warehousing and logistics workers revealed in new survey
Feb 20, 2024
Kahoot!, the global learning and engagement platform company, has released new research insights for how companies can improve employee retention of their frontline workforce in warehousing and logistics.
