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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Vanderlande acquires Canadian software company Optosecurity

1 Vanderlande acquires Canadian software company Optosecurity

After working closely together for several years, Vanderlande has acquired the Canadian software company Optosecurity.

5G: Rolling Out the Network for True Connectivity

2 5G: Rolling Out the Network for True Connectivity

Webinar Thursday 6th July 2017 11am CET.

Continental, Ericsson & Scania discuss 5G & Automotive Tech.

Last day to sign up for TU-Automotive’s webinar with Continental, Ericsson & Scania discussing the impact of 5G on the auto tech industry.

CILT urges Government to be stronger with air quality plan

3 CILT urges Government to be stronger with air quality plan

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) believes too much responsibility is being placed on local authorities to take action on the overall air quality issue, in light of the Government's recently released Air Quality Plan.

Swissport receives various ISAGO certificates and IATA’s recognition for the implementation of the IGOM standards

4 Swissport receives various ISAGO certificates and IATA’s recognition for the implementation of the IGOM standards

At the IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) 2017 in Bangkok, Swissport International, provider of ground and air cargo services to the aviation industry, received several ISAGO certificates and a general recognition for the successful implementation of the IATA Ground Operations Manual (IGOM) standards.

Palletways recognises network's top performers

5 Palletways recognises network's top performers

Palletised freight network, Palletways, has awarded 29 of its members the network's highest accolade.

Jaguar Land Rover selects Kuehne + Nagel for the implementation of its European Aftermarket Logistics strategy

6 Jaguar Land Rover selects Kuehne + Nagel for the implementation of its European Aftermarket Logistics strategy

Jaguar Land Rover, premium and luxury car manufacturer, has appointed Kuehne + Nagel to manage three warehouses in France, Spain and Italy serving Continental Europe.

Narrow Aisle announce senior appointment

7 Narrow Aisle announce senior appointment

Intralogistics solutions specialist, Narrow Aisle Ltd, has announced the appointment of Pete Lancaster to the position of Product Manager – Flexi Systems.

NOVUS in the heart of logistics

8 NOVUS in the heart of logistics

Aston University is to build on its reputation for providing some of the world's best supply chain talent with the introduction of a full NOVUS degree course in logistics and supply chain management.

Everywoman in Transport win for Downton employee

9 Everywoman in Transport win for Downton employee

Jannette Wallace, Runcorn Depot Manager for major Gloucester-based transport business CM Downton, has won the Leader Award in the Freight category of the Freight Transport Association's Everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards 2017.

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