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It must be one of the most talked about technologies in logistics history, so why has take-up not been more dramatic? Malory Davies investigates.

St Helens-based NGF Europe has introduced an RFID system into its supply chain to ensure that deliveries are right first time, every time.

NYK Logistics has cut mis-shipments from its warehouse in Prague following the introduction of RFID technology for warehouse processing.

Customer demands for reduced lead time and faster shipping turnaround prompted fish processor Seachill to seek an auto-ID solution that would enable it to automate its dispatch area and speed up its shipping and dispatching processes.

Getting goods from A to B is one thing, but getting
them there in one piece and in a cost effective and
environmentally friendly manner is quite another.
Lucy Tesseras takes a look at the latest thinking
about packaging and recycling.

Retailers are flocking to the South West in search of large distribution facilities to serve the entire region.

DHL’s Volvo hybrid is powered by an electric motor and a diesel engine, which can be used separately or together, to reduce fuel consumption by up to 15 per cent, as well as lower emissions and noise levels.

Frank Appel, chief executive of Deutsche Post DHL, was in London last month to see an 18-tonne hybrid distribution truck – believed to be the first of its kind in the world – and he took the opportunity to highlight the case for improving carbon efficienc