Browsing: Logistics

Environtainer has been recognised as the ‘Best Cold Chain Technology Provider’ at the 3rd Annual International Quality and Productivity Centre (IQPC) Cold Chain Distribution for Pharmaceuticals in Philadelphia.

Global shipping companies are set to increase their outsourced logistics spending by 10-20% over the next five years, according to a recent survey carried out by Capgemini, a leading consultant in outsourcing services.

ANC Express is highlighting Remembrance Day by putting 250 giant poppies on its lorries and donating money to the Royal British Legion.

P&O who is facing a preliminary approach from DW Ports, has announced the sale of its “cold logistics” business to Canadian Versacold Holdings for £183M.

Prolock (Europe) has announced that it has become the European agent for a new range of freight container and trailer locks.

Foreign hauliers operating on UK roads are imposing wear costs of some £195M per year, according to research gathered by the National Economic Research Association (NERA).

Inventory management used to be about lean systems and JIT but accurate real time information is now more essential as demand-driven supply networks come on-stream. Perhaps one day, stock-outs really will be consigned to history.

TNT Network Logistics has expanded its range of FMCG grocery clients with the addition of Charles Wells, one of the largest independently owned family run breweries in the UK. The complete range of Charles Wells’ beers, including Wells Bombardier and Well