One in four Local Planning Authorities restrict the development of logistics property, according to new research published by NAI Fuller Peiser. This is despite the fact that logistics is one of the fastest growing sectors of the UK economy.

Developer Brixton has finally secured planning permission for the UK’s first multi-storey warehouse.

Regular seasonal and promotional store activities mean that it is important for distribution depots to have a consistent supply of good quality temporary staff to support the peaks in volumes.

Voice Picking is fast becoming the most efficient method of order picking in the warehouse, however the technology has come under fire from claims it has an alleged ‘dehumanising effect’ on employees.

Masternaut has acquired GE Mobile Solutions, the division of GE specialising in mobile computing technology for business.

Paragon Software Systems is working with Harrods, to streamline the planning and enhance the service of its home delivery operation.

W H Malcolm is fitting its entire fleet of vehicles with Tiss “Standard” anti-siphon device.

Space Property and Legal & General have started work on a 178,140 sq ft scheme at Charles Park, the joint venture’s £30 million speculative industrial/ business development at Crossways Business Park, Dartford, Kent.

The move to more frequent deliveries of smaller consignments is accelerating the growth in light and multi-purpose vehicle markets. James Falkner looks at some of the latest innovations.

Christian Salvesen is one of the great names in UK logistics but it has experienced some tough times over the past few years. Malory Davies meets the man who has taken up the challenge of rebuilding its fortunes.