Awarding week for Unipart Logistics’ supply chain glory
Posted on 2 Dec 2013 by Callum Bentley
It was a week to remember for Unipart Logistics after the company recently scooped three major supply chain accolades in one week.
Logistics & Materials Handling
IMHX 2013 – the most successful ever
Posted on 27 Mar 2013 by
IMHX 2013 was a record breaking success when it took over Birmingham’s NEC last week. The UK’s leading intralogistics event featured impressively designed stands, thousands of innovative exhibits, informative seminars, a variety of entertainment as well as plenty of serious business.
Giant cranes arrive at London Gateway
Posted on 1 Mar 2013 by
Fives of the world’s biggest cranes have docked at the quay at the London Gateway Container Port in Essex following a three-month trip from China.
BMW orders 2,400 ABB “lean” robots
Posted on 21 Feb 2013 by
Power and automation technology specialist ABB won an order for 2,400 robots by BMW Group.
World’s largest quay cranes set sail for London Gateway port
Posted on 21 Jan 2013 by
The first three giant cranes destined for London Gateway's deep-water port, which measure 138 metres, have started their journey from China.
Managers unprepared for costly post-Christmas returns
Posted on 27 Dec 2012 by Tim Brown
According to a study recently conducted by Intermec over two-thirds of businesses (68%) surveyed in the UK recognise that the post-holiday period represents the most challenging time of the year due to the high numbers of returns.
New fatigue testing required of chain manufacturers
Posted on 18 Dec 2012 by The Manufacturer
Forklift truck manufacturers must now assure customers that the leaf chains used in their products meet rigorous new fatigue resistance standards.
Protect your assets: thieves target goods in transit
Posted on 13 Dec 2012 by The Manufacturer
Violent attacks on trucks are becoming increasingly common as organised criminal gangs target lorries carrying high value assets, writes Tim Richards, a partner at Michelmores LLP.
Jungheinrich UK scoops CILT Award
Posted on 29 Oct 2012 by
Intra-logistics solutions manufacturer Jungheinrich UK won the Warehouse and Materials Handling Award at the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport’s Annual Awards for Excellence ceremony.
Toyota launches forklift truck safety competition
Posted on 24 Sep 2012 by
With the number of forklift trucks related accidents still high, Toyota has decided to contribute to the promotion of safety this month with a special FLTA National Forklift Safety Week Prize Draw.