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
With the rise of social commerce it is essential to have a reliable fulfilment partner, writes James Coleman, Business Development Director at Prolog Fulfilment. Social media platforms are more than just places
The cavernous halls of McCormick Place in Chicago played host to ProMat 2025, a sprawling testament to the relentless innovation shaping the future of manufacturing and supply chain. This year’s exhibition, held
DHL Group has announced a strategic investment of €2 billion over the next five years to enhance its logistics capabilities in the life sciences and healthcare sector. This investment supports the Group’s
For years, supply chains were engineered to be lean. Reducing cost was the primary objective, and most operational decisions—from sourcing to fulfillment—reflected that mindset. But today’s global environment is more unstable than
With rising labour, fuel and packaging costs, many companies today are seeking solutions that deliver lower logistics costs. Returnable transport packaging (RTP) solutions from Loadhog – including durable plastic containers, reusable pallet lids
Transporeon, a Trimble company and transportation management platform with one of the largest logistics networks in Europe, has announced a significant expansion of its Freight Marketplace solution. The company is introducing new
In a significant escalation of trade tensions, President Donald Trump’s newly implemented tariffs took full effect just after midnight Eastern Time, sending immediate ripples through financial markets and global supply chains. Key
9th April 2025 The Hubtex Group, consisting of Hubtex Maschinenbau GmbH in Fulda, DIMOS Maschinenbau GmbH in Fulda-Petersberg and stabau GmbH in Meschede, has acquired 100% of the shares in Genkinger GmbH,
Telefónica Tech, Telefónica’s digital business unit, and Dexory, robotics and data intelligence company, have announced their alliance to promote automated warehouse management. Both companies will combine their technological capabilities to digitally transform