Transport and logistics is a highly regulated industry when it comes to health and safety, writes Wouter Satijn (pictured), Sales Director of Joloda Hydraroll. Companies take their legal duty to comply with these regulations very seriously. Still, in 2023, 55,000 UK workers suffered from work-related health issues, and 29,000 workers were injured. To truly safeguard employees and the business, adherence to safety regulations is just the beginning. An extraordinary mix of external considerations is also influencing the warehouse environment. This means transport and logistics companies must con ..read more

Reducing pollutant emissions in the shipping industry can be achieved by using clean, alternative fuels like liquid ammonia, which requires fail-safe and hermetically tight pumps, writes Thomas Bökenbrink, Lead Product Manager Pumps at LEWA. In total, around 11 billion tons of freight were transported by sea worldwide in 2021 – which corresponds to almost 90 percent of all trade goods. Producing more than 1 million tons of greenhouse gases, the shipping industry causes around 3 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions per year. And there are other pollutants, such as sulfur oxides, nitrogen ..read more

Logistics Business magazine is carrying out a market research reader survey of our international readership on the usage and uptake of AGVs (automated guided vehicles) and AMRs (automated mobile robots). This exclusive new survey focuses on automated warehouse vehicles and automated forklifts. It covers their deployment, navigation technology, tasks, interaction, challenges and purchasing. Warehouse managers and materials handling buyers – we need you to complete our survey! Complete the survey now for the chance to win a £100 Amazon voucher. The prize draw will be made at the end of May. It ..read more

Pocketalk, a provider of translation solutions, today announces availability of Ventana, its administration panel that allows organisations to gain insights from the language needs in their business, make data driven decisions and govern control over devices. For the first time companies can now gain control over real-time translation insights and management, revolutionising communication and removing language barriers. Organisations will have the ability to securely export data from the Pocketalk devices to analyse data points such as the most used languages and usage to aid better business d ..read more

From anise to cinnamon, Greiwing logistics for you GmbH is extending its service portfolio and focusing more on the handling of spices and herbs. To better meet the increased requirements of the customers, the logistics specialist is expanding its location in the Hamburg Harbour. To that end, the corporate group in the Vollhöfner Weiden has acquired a large 28,000 square metre property and thus has one of the largest logistics centres for spices and herbs in Germany and Europe. 20 employees will work at the new location.. Under the name ‘GREIWING spice logistics for you’, GREIWING as a full-se ..read more

Webfleet, Bridgestone’s global fleet management solution, has launched the EV Transition Tool to support businesses transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs) or expanding their EV fleets. This innovative solution, the first resulting directly from the recently introduced EV Services Platform, promises to transform the way fleets approach electrification, helping them to meet sustainability targets and run efficient, reliable operations. In collaboration with leaders from the energy and mobility industries, the Webfleet EV Transition Tool is designed to demystify and simplify the process of tran ..read more

Ahlers Logistics is proud to announce the opening of its newest office in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. This strategic expansion is part of Ahlers’ growth strategy in Southeast Asia, aimed at enhancing its international forwarding and project logistics services for industries including consumer goods, technology, and chemicals. Vietnam’s booming market and strategic location make it an ideal hub for Ahlers Logistics to strengthen its foothold in the region. Commenting on the expansion, CEO Roger Chantillon says, “We are excited to establish a presence in Ho Chi Minh City as part of our continued ..read more

DELIVER Europe, the premier matchmaking event for retail and commerce professionals, is back in Amsterdam on 5th and 6th June 2024. Held at the esteemed Taets Art and Event Park, this year’s event is set to gather over 1,000 leaders from industry giants such as Amazon, Procter & Gamble, Nestlé, L’Oréal, Samsung, and Tiktok, offering unparalleled opportunities for connection, collaboration, and innovation. Founded by Stephane Tomczak, DELIVER Europe celebrates its 9th year, maintaining its legacy of excellence in bringing together the brightest minds in retail and commerce. According to Tom ..read more

International haulage company JJX Logistics has improved the safety and sustainability of its fleet operations by implementing advanced AI solutions from Samsara, the pioneer of the Connected Operations Cloud. The move has enabled JJX Logistics to achieve a 17% reduction in fleet emissions in just three months and become one of the seven UK companies to gain Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) Trucking Security Requirements (TSR) Level 1 approval. With more than 70% of goods handled by JJX Logistics being UN-regulated dangerous goods — such as commercial lithium-ion battery packs a ..read more

FORTNA, a leading automation and software company for the full logistics value chain, today announced the launch of its innovative Goods-to-Person (GTP) e-Commerce Assessment Calculator. This cutting-edge tool provides businesses across industries with a comprehensive analysis of potential labour savings achievable by integrating goods-to-person technologies. In light of the unprecedented growth of e-Commerce and escalating labour costs, companies are struggling to maintain operational efficiency and profitability. The FORTNA GTP calculator arrives as a way for warehouse operators to better pl ..read more