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New CILT president sets out transport agenda for next 12 months

Published: May 22, 2013 by Nikki Matthews

Britain is recognised by the European Commission as having the best railway in Europe, because it is a 'model' rail system that EU policy makers are urging other member states to follow and adapt in the running of their own networks.

The claim, which comes at a time of record-breaking passenger numbers and rising passenger satisfaction on the UK's rail network, was made by Jim Steer FCILT (Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics) in a wide-ranging speech setting out his agenda for the next twelve months as the incoming President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT).

Published: May 22, 2013 by Nikki Matthews

Speculation is mounting that a dairy business could be about to take 180,000 sq ft at Lancashire County Developments’ 332,000 sq ft speculative warehouse development at Leyland.

Some sources link the deal with Arla, who have taken a number of units in the UK regions.

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BCP installs Accord ERP and voice WMS at The Health Store DC

Published: May 22, 2013 by Nikki Matthews

The Health Store is one of the UK’s leading wholesalers of natural and organic products to the independent health food trade, supplying retailers across the UK mainland, Ireland, Europe and into the Far East with products ranging from organic seeds, nuts and pulses through to natural body care, vitamins and supplements.

The company recently implemented Business Computer Projects Ltd's (BCP) Accord ERP solution and Voice WMS at its distribution centre.

Published: May 22, 2013 by Nikki Matthews

Following research carried out by Northgate Vehicle Hire into the freight, logistics, post and railway transportation sectors, the fleet management solutions company has discovered the sectors are set to increase demand for light commercial vehicles (LCVs) by 8% within the next three years.

The rise in demand for LCVs was attributed to a predicted rise in the forecast of output (GVA) annual growth rate, which is expected to lead to more than 140,000 vehicles in use by businesses operating within the freight, logistics, post and railway transportation sectors by 2016. The research also revealed a rising demand for fuel efficiency among fleets.

Published: May 22, 2013 by Nikki Matthews

With an annual revenue of 27.8 billion Swiss Francs, the Coop Group is one of the leading grocery retail groups in Switzerland. The retailer recently awarded automated warehouse solution provider TGW with an extensive materials handling project at its new national distribution centre.

The new centre in Schafisheim will consolidate Coop’s regional distribution centres in Zurich and North West Switzerland and assist the company in its commitment to reduce its carbon footprint.

Published: May 22, 2013 by Nikki Matthews

Isotrak, one of the leading providers of fleet management solutions, has introduced the next step in transport and logistics cost saving.

Working with ALK Technologies on its CoPilot Truck application (a specifically designed satellite navigation system designed for the HGV market), Isotrak has bridged the gap between back-office route sequencing and (previously) independent vehicle navigation.

Published: May 22, 2013 by David Thame

Minister for Transport, Stephen Hammond MP has launched construction of Roxhill’s 940,000 sq ft London Distribution Park at Tilbury.

The 70-acre development is a joint venture between Roxhill and Forth Ports. The scheme, which already has planning permission, will include high quality warehousing from 50,000 sq ft upwards and 17 acres of haulage facilities.

TCS&D: innovation and savings in tough times

The Temperature Controlled Storage & Distribution exhibition (TCS&D 2013) plays an important role in promoting new technology to improve efficiency and reduce costs in the hard-pressed cold supply chain, according to the Food Storage & Distribution Federation (FSDF) and the British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF).

Both trade organisations are once again supporting the TCS&D exhibition, which incorporates the Frozen & Chilled Foods show and takes place at the Peterborough Arena on 18th and 19th September.