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Global contract logistics 2006, the contract logistics market showed double digit growth last year, according to the a report by Transport Intelligence.

NYK Logistics has expanded its operation to meet increased volumes for automotive castings company, Meridian Technologies United Kingdom.

Philips Electronics has picked UPS to redesign and operate its global service parts logistics network, in a move to improve customer service at its Medical Systems division.

Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has added the AC-powered FB series to its model range, offered at 4.0, 4.5, and 5.0 tonne capacities.

Seven, the privately-owned logistics support services group based in Ipswich, has acquired H J Calver Ltd, the Felixstowe based container transporter, for an undisclosed sum.

Asda has renewed its contract with TruckLOG’s manufacturer, Davis Derby. Davis has been supplying the TruckLOG access control modules and fleet management systems to Asda, since 1998.

“We are a polluter,” said Ken Hall, vice president of Prologis told delegates. “We recognise that we have a responsibility.” Prologis along with other leading developers, has been developing more environmentally friendly warehouses.