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Shrinkflation is usually framed as a consumer affordability issue. But behind every lighter cereal box, smaller snack bag, or reduced beverage multipack sits a much larger operational challenge: packaging downsizing is quietly reshaping logistics networks. Fresh U.S. data from InvestorsObserver, which tracked leading grocery brands including Frosted Flakes, Doritos, M&M’s, Coca-Cola and Campbell’s from 2020 […]

As sustainability pressures continue to reshape global logistics, air cargo operators are under increasing pressure to help shippers reduce emissions, improve carbon reporting and offer greener transport solutions across international supply chains. Against this backdrop, Cathay has published its Sustainability Report 2025, outlining progress in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), waste reduction and operational efficiency as […]

The logistics industry continues to face significant challenges in last mile delivery, where traditional route planning tools often lose visibility once shipments leave the depot. This “execution black box” can lead to costly errors, missed service requirements, and real-time disruptions. Analysts estimate that these inefficiencies cost operators £7 – £11 ($10 – $15) per failed […]

Jungheinrich is automating the material handling operations of FFG Flensburger Fahrzeugbau Gesellschaft mbH (FFG). A fully automated high-bay warehouse in silo design will form the logistical backbone for a future-proof production supply at the new Plant 3 site. Hamburg/Flensburg – Jungheinrich has been awarded a contract by FFG to establish an automated central warehouse in Flensburg. […]

Efficient manufacturing and maintenance practices are increasingly critical for logistics operations, where delays or equipment failures in production can ripple across supply chains. Manufacturers and logistics providers alike are looking for ways to reduce unplanned downtime, improve throughput, and ensure that production schedules align with distribution and delivery timelines. Integrating maintenance insights with operational data […]

GreyOrange, supplier of AI-powered multi-agent warehouse orchestration and execution and store inventory software, has announced the launch of ‘GreyMatter Foundry’, an immersive AI simulator designed to unify warehouse flow design, technology sizing, and layout planning into a single, high-fidelity environment. With GreyMatter Foundry, customers, systems integrators and in-house fulfillment teams can model complex automation scenarios […]

Paving the way for AI in supply chains requires foundational levels of digitalisation and connectivity, which are often lacking during pre-retail logistics. This needs addressing first, if businesses are to even get close to creating AI-assisted supply chains in the near future, writes Stuart Greenfield (pictured, below), UK and European Sales Director, for Advanced Supply […]

Vehicle logistics is entering a new phase defined less by growth alone and more by the challenge of managing increasing operational complexity. This is the central finding of the INFORM Trend Report 2026: IT in Vehicle Logistics, based on a survey of 111 industry professionals. While 79% of respondents expect vehicle transport volumes (rather than […]

By 2030, 50% of new warehouses in developed markets will be designed as ‘robot-centric’ facilities, with humans being optional, according to Gartner. As warehouse workers become less keen to perform manual tasks, many organizations will be challenged to sustain operations through hiring alone, as labour costs and supply remain under significant pressure for most of […]

A growing consumer products company has scaled operations without added labour, achieving 98.5% accuracy and zero audit errors. Durham Brands (DBA Gimme Beauty®), a hair accessory company, has transformed its warehouse operations with Infios Warehouse Management (WM) – enabling the company to improve accuracy and deliver record-breaking peak season performance. Following the implementation of Infios […]