Logistics refers to the planning, execution, and management of the movement and storage of goods, services, and information across the supply chain. It includes transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and order fulfillment to ensure efficient and timely delivery.
For distribution operations on sea or land, by far the biggest daily cost is fuel. Added to this is the pressure to go green for very many reasons, writes Richard Shepherd-Barron. The
In the future, warehouse managers will increasingly be able to rely on artificial intelligence (AI) when it comes to optimizing material flow processes, incluidng real-time contraol of industrial trucks. At its tech
Trump Doubles Down on Trade War With Canada: What It Means for Business and Consumers In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, former President Donald Trump announced a sharp increase in tariffs
Octave’s Mission: Building Systems That Don’t Break At Hexagon’s recent global leadership event Hexagon LIVE, Mattias Stenberg, who was appointed in October 2024 to lead Octave, a strategic spinout from Hexagon, delivered
KiK Textilien und Non-Food GmbH continues to rely on the supply chain expertise of the Ehrhardt Partner Group (EPG). Following the successful launch of the LFS warehouse management system at the newly
One of the most advanced logistics centres in the German-speaking region is taking shape in Wiener Neudorf, Austria. REWE Group, one of Austria’s leading local suppliers, has awarded the WITRON Group the
The marine sector, traditionally reliant on human expertise and conventional methods, is currently undergoing a revolutionary transformation due to the rapid advancement of digital technologies, which could lead to autonomous shipping. Research
In 2025, two ownership transition strategies are taking center stage in the manufacturing and supply chain sectors: strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs). While M&A is a
GB Railfreight (GBRf), one of the UK’s leading rail freight operators and backed by Infracapital, has unveiled its new ‘Class 99’ locomotives at its Peterborough headquarters. The new fleet, which represents a
21st July 2025 Discover the Future of Logistics at IntraLogistica 2026! From January 27–29, Warsaw becomes the hub of intralogistics innovation. Experience cutting-edge technologies in automation, robotics, and smart warehouse solutions. Network
Smarter logistics, by using AI, can drive sustainability gains, writes Philipp Pfister (pictured, below), Sector Vice President, Transporeon. How do you decarbonise an industry built on movement? Freight alone is responsible for
With the new META CLIP shelf trolley, META has launched an innovative solution for flexible storage and transport processes. The clever combination of proven system technology and mobile implementation makes the shelf