Critical and key issues in material handling, logistics and distribution

Critical issues are thought provoking articles relating to strategy,legislation,technology,best practice and the some of the most challenging business topics in the world of material handling.The articles in this section have been contributed by senior industry leaders, research analysts, trade associations such as the UKWA (United Kingdom Warehousing Association) BIFA (British International Freight Association), the FTA (Freight Transport Association) and the FLTA ( ForkLift Truck Association), as well as many others.

Other important topics covered in this section concern Health and Safety in Logistics with articles from the Health & Safety Executive (HSE).Taxation, government policy,climate change,recruitment and training schemes are all covered, as well as educational opportunities at various UK logistics educational facilities such at Cranfield University

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All-Island Rail Review: An opportunity that must be seized, says Logistics UK

1 All-Island Rail Review: An opportunity that must be seized, says Logistics UK

The publication of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review identifies a much-needed vision for rail freight across the island of Ireland, according to Nichola Mallon – Logistics UK’s Head of Trade and Devolved Policy.

Freight forwarders confirm Business Slowdown in Q2; Shipping industry faces further rate corrosion

2 Freight forwarders confirm Business Slowdown in Q2; Shipping industry faces further rate corrosion

Majority of freight forwarders surveyed confirm business slowdown in Q2’23 but are hopeful for better demand betting hopes on the peak season.

Future Market Insights’ analyst view: Building a sustainable future: Innovations in MENA industrial packaging

3 Future Market Insights’ analyst view: Building a sustainable future: Innovations in MENA industrial packaging

The global MENA industrial packaging market size is expected to be valued at US$ 4.8 billion in 2023. Advancements in packaging automation, bolsters the overall scope for MENA industrial packaging market, which is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.0% between 2023 and 2033, totaling around US$ 9.4 billion by 2033.

Why FMCG supply chains are all about balance

4 Why FMCG supply chains are all about balance

By Tim Bruun, Head of Customer Management - Retail & FMCG at Transporeon.

Transporting day-to-day goods such as food and toiletries has always come with challenges and pressures and having items that are daily necessities for millions of people around the world and must be available at all times is a given.

Robot-based sortation systems deliver energy saving benefits

5 Robot-based sortation systems deliver energy saving benefits

Ultra-energy efficient parcel sortation robots are a game changer for the logistics sector. They’re also good news for the environment, says Xia Huiling, founder and CEO of LiBiao Robotics.

Future Market Insights’ analyst view – ‘Sustainability on tap: eco-friendly beverage packaging trends’

6 Future Market Insights’ analyst view – ‘Sustainability on tap: eco-friendly beverage packaging trends’

The global beverage packaging market is expected to secure US$ 156.7 Billion in 2032 while expanding at a CAGR of 4.1%. The market is likely to hold a value of US$ 104.8 Billion in 2022.

Why Europe’s driver shortage isn’t just a personnel problem

7 Why Europe’s driver shortage isn’t just a personnel problem

By Stephan Sieber, CEO, Transporeon. 

It's no secret that global supply chain disruption has dominated headlines since mid-2020. And, over the past three years, the continuing aftershocks of the COVID pandemic, combined with geopolitical factors and an economic downturn, have caused significant upheaval for shippers, cargo receivers, service providers, brokers, freight forwarders, carriers – and of course consumers.

The move from legacy to high-tech

8 The move from legacy to high-tech

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Technology report.

LogisticsHandling.com spoke with leading representatives from the analyst community about many of the current key talking points and areas of innovation taking place within the world of enterprise resource management (ERP) software and solutions.

Logistics UK shares Transport Committee's disappointment

9 Logistics UK shares Transport Committee's disappointment

Logistics UK shares the Transport Committee’s disappointment regarding government’s response to the Fuelling the Future report.

FMI analyst view: ‘Beyond bubble wrap: The futuristic marvels of reflective air packaging’

10 FMI analyst view: ‘Beyond bubble wrap: The futuristic marvels of reflective air packaging’

The global reflective air packaging market is anticipated to accumulate a market value of US$ 7.7 billion in 2023 and is expected to garner a valuation of US$ 14 billion by exhibiting a CAGR of 6.1% in the forecast period 2023 to 2033. The Reflective Air Packaging market reflected a 4.8% CAGR in the historical period 2018 to 2022.

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