Screwfix has officially opened its 4th warehouse in Fradley, near Lichfield, expanding its distribution base to meet the needs of its customer demand and growing store network.
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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.
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Swissport Basel certified for pharma logistics by IATA
May 08, 2018
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has awarded Swissport Cargo Services at Basel's EuroAirport with the CEIV certificate for particularly sensitive pharmaceutical logistics.
CEVA celebrates first day of trading on SIX Swiss Exchange
May 08, 2018
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CEVA Logistics, the supply chain management company, has marked the first day of trading for its shares on the SIX Swiss Exchange in Zurich with the traditional ringing of a cow bell to launch the day's business.
Kerry Logistics forms strategic cooperation to capture opportunities along Belt & Road
May 08, 2018
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Kerry Logistics Network Limited ('Kerry Logistics') has announced the strategic cooperation with D&G Technology Holding Company Limited ('D&G Technology'), a Hong Kong listed company, through an investment in its wholly-owned subsidiary Topp Financial Leasing (Shanghai) Co., Ltd ('Topp Financial Leasing').
Thermo King adds new models to its B-Series all-electric, zero-emission transport refrigeration units
May 08, 2018
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Thermo King has expanded its portfolio with new B-Series models of zero-emission, all-electric refrigeration units for small trucks and vans, designed for inner-city distribution and last-mile deliveries in restricted urban areas.
New managing director to head up Reed Boardall's transport division
May 08, 2018
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Yorkshire-based temperature controlled storage and distribution business Reed Boardall has appointed Graeme Richardson as managing director of its transport division.
Sentinel displays advanced vehicle safety systems at APSE seminar
May 08, 2018
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Once again, commercial vehicle safety specialists, Sentinel Systems, will be exhibiting at this year's APSE Fleet, Waste and Grounds Seminar in Aviemore.
Bibby Distribution secures contract renewal with Tayto
May 08, 2018
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Bibby Distribution reports that it has triumphed over seven competitors to secure a five-year renewal of its transport contract with the largest British-owned crisp and snack manufacturer, Tayto.
The extension to the decade-long supply chain partnership will see Bibby Distribution continue to deliver crisps and savoury snacks from Tayto's Corby and Scunthorpe warehouses to customers across the UK.
Freeway announces Earned Recognition tracker software
May 08, 2018
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Freeway Fleet Systems comments that it is making it easier for operators to meet DVSA Earned Recognition requirements with new software that automatically alerts fleet managers to any outstanding compliance issues.
Breakbulk Europe poised for record-breaking success
May 08, 2018
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Breakbulk Europe, the world's largest event for the project cargo and breakbulk industry, will be held 29-31 May in Bremen, Germany, for the first time in its 12-year history. All indications point to a record-breaking success for this year's event. Registration is on track to break 10,000 participants, representing 100+ countries.