The results ranged from a reduction in maintenance costs of some £150,000 per annum across Wickes’ four sites, to tangible improvements in the environmental impact of the fleet and risk management.

The company designs and manufactures pre-fabricated, modular steel bridges.

RFID has received lots of publicity but real life supply chain applications have been thin on the ground. Two new reports show where the technology is being put to practical use.

Pallet operators have formed their own trade organisation.

Respironics has taken a 90,000 sq ft headquarters and distribution facility in Tangmere, Chichester.

Property agency M3 has expanded with the launch of a Sheffield office to be manned by former Atisreal director Roger Haworth and former Knight Frank director Toby Vernon.

DHL is emerging from its integration process ready to push ahead with rapid organic growth following a deal to consolidate operations in India.

Lloyd Fraser will take delivery of a new fleet of vehicles for its Wickes home delivery operation in June.

Cert FMCG Logistics’ Rotherham facility has become Top Tier COMAH site.

Government plans to give local authorities the opportunity to trial road pricing schemes have received a mixed reception