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Norwegian grocery retailer COOP Norge SA and WITRON have maintained a successful and trusting partnership for more than a decade. This collaboration is embodied in the full-range logistics centre near Gardermoen Airport in Oslo. Covering 84,000 square meters, the facility currently supplies 1,200 stores with more than 13,000 different dry, fresh, and frozen items. At […]

DHL Supply Chain has announced this morning a five-year strategic alliance with Robust.AI, a company who specialise in collaborative robotics systems. Following successful deployments in North America, DHL Supply Chain will now introduce Robust.AI’s Carter robots in Latin America, with a rollout of 15 units in its retail operations in Mexico.  The partnership with Robust.AI is […]

In the fast-moving world of fashion and consumer goods, peaks in demand can be both predictable and sudden. Whether it’s the holiday rush, a back-to-school surge or a viral social media trend, warehouses need to be prepared to scale up operation and fast. The key isn’t building for maximum capacity year-round, but designing systems that […]

As the world marks the International Day of Disabled People on 3 December, the logistics sector is reminded of its responsibility and opportunity, to drive greater accessibility across global supply chains. As an industry that keeps economies running, logistics has a powerful platform to champion inclusion and ensure disabled people are not overlooked. A Critical […]

Prologis UK has leased the 261,147 sq. ft. DC2 facility at Prologis Park Hams Hall to Fiege, one of Europe’s leading third party logistics providers. The deal marked Fiege’s entry into the UK market, where it is servicing a major existing e-commerce client. Located just one mile from Junction 9 of the M42 and 10 […]

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has announced the shortlist for its 2025 Freight Service Awards, naming 33 companies as finalists across nine service categories. Now in their 37th year, the awards highlight excellence and innovation in UK freight forwarding, with seven companies appearing in more than one category. This year’s shortlist reflects strong performance […]

Eco-friendly gardening ecommerce firm Gardening Naturally has transformed its operations with Forterro’s Orderwise, achieving a 3,500% increase in fulfilment speed and tripling revenue since deploying the ERP and warehouse management system (WMS). Founded in 2007 and now employing more than 20 staff, the family-run business operates seven ecommerce websites and supplies more than 60 garden […]

AR Racking, has completed the installation of its AR PAL racking system at the new B&Q seasonal distribution warehouse in Doncaster. The two-phase, 40,000 m² project equips the retailer with 24,200 pallet positions, purpose-built to absorb demand peaks and speed stock flows to stores nationwide. B&Q sought a solution that combined high density with full […]

A major overhaul of the UK’s post-16 education system could help tackle one of the logistics sector’s biggest challenges — the ongoing workforce shortage. The Government has confirmed plans to introduce V Levels, a new qualification route designed to bridge the gap between academic study and practical, career-focused training. Logistics looks set to be a […]

DP World has launched a new strategic shipping route connecting Jebel Ali Port in the UAE with Berbera Port in Somaliland. The new service, operating every nine days, enhances DP World’s global network and reinforces Berbera’s position as a key maritime gateway and logistics hub in East Africa. The Jebel Ali – Berbera service strengthens […]