The distribution industry is replacing manufacturing as one of London’s major employment generators, says industrial and distribution property provider ProLogis. The company is playing a pivotal role in the regeneration of the Thames Gateway.

TNT Container Logistics now has available for hire Europe’s first folding plastic intermediate bulk container (IBC). Called Pallecon Ultra, the 1,000-litre container has a smooth plastic construction which, says TNT, brings new levels of hygiene and secur

A high performance, low cost drop on demand inkjet printer that codes directly on to outer case cartons has been produced by coding and marking specialist Imaje.

Still Materials Handling has added three new three-phase AC-powered models to its R 60 electric counterbalance forklift line-up in the two- to three-tonne capacity sector.

Texas Instruments Radio Frequency Identification (TI-RFid) Systems has developed an integrated facilities and asset management solution that uses RFID smart labels which will enable a company to manage inventory more efficiently.

Ilapak says its new series PC-controlled Vegatronic 2000 vertical, form, fill and seal packaging machine offers manufacturers greater packaging flexibility and improved sealing quality as well as a new, more robust, modular construction.

A totally new series of LP gas and diesel counterbalance trucks in 1.5 to 3.5 tonne capacity range is to be unveiled soon by Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks, says UK distributor Hamech Mitsubishi.

Approach the challenge in the right way and you will create a well-designed warehouse that gives your company wings; get it wrong and you will have an inefficient operation that will hold your business back and haunt you for years to come. As warehouses a

Supply chain executive (SCE) solutions provider Catalyst International has expanded its suite of platform independent SCE applications. New products, and those under development, are designed to plug seamlessly into any ERP environment. The expansion an

All sectors of industry continue to face increasing pressure which, as a result, is putting more pressure on distribution networks as companies seek to move goods through the supply chain more efficiently while remaining responsive to demand.