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
8th April 2025 Transport and logistics brands have been named as one of the best for online experiences, according to new research. Brand communications agency Warbox analysed 1,000 UK websites using Google’s
Sarkany, one of the retailers in Argentina’s footwear sector, has integrated Mecalux’s Easy WMS warehouse management system into its Buenos Aires distribution centre. Thanks to this software from the intralogistics group, the
Digital twins are emerging as digital transformation accelerators for supply chain and logistics organizations seeking enterprise-level visibility, real-time scenario modeling, and operational agility under disruption. These virtual replicas of physical assets, processes,
The SSI Schaefer Group, a family-owned company with a history of over 85 years and an international solution provider for all areas of intralogistics, recorded a 4.8% increase in sales to EUR
The Dual Disruption: Trade Tensions and the AI Revolution The global landscape is currently characterized by a dual wave of disruption, emanating from escalating geopolitical tensions manifesting as trade wars and the
DP World has shipped over 10 million vinyl records from its Bicester facility, the UK’s largest distribution warehouse for music and video products, since opening in August 2023. Powered by semi-autonomous ‘picking’
An exemption based on facts: Mosca GmbH, together with twelve other companies from the European strap industry, has founded the ‘project alliance straps’ (PAU) association. The aim of the alliance is to
6th April 2025 Global real estate firm Avison Young today announces the London-based appointment of Aisling O’Kane (pictured) as Director of Town Planning, boosting the firm’s national logistics planning services. O’Kane is
In today’s fast-paced industrial landscape, ensuring workplace safety is paramount. Beyond the immediate human impact, industrial accidents can lead to significant operational disruptions and financial losses. Industrial accidents, such as collisions involving
Welcome to this week’s edition of Supply Chain & Logistics News! In this issue, we delve into some of the most pressing topics and innovative solutions shaping the industry today. From Volkswagen