Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The new recruits are starting their training and study periods in six apprenticeships and three dual study programmes. “The training of qualified new talent has seldom been as important as it is at the moment,” emphasises Jan Wehlen, training manager at STILL. Innovators of tomorrow. Post-pandemic challenges.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2022

Each of the components for each complete turbine, the three towers sections, three blades, nacelle, drive train and hub, would require specialist transport logistics for the 170-mile journey to site. All components travelled under Collett escort, with police escorts in attendance for the blades, tower sections, nacelles and drive trains.

Construction 60

Construction Training Tips Survey 60

Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Parts specialist TVH has reached the second level in the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) sustainability trajectory, and may now call itself SDG Champion. The post TVH achieves sustainability goal appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. TVH meets both conditions.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Prologis UK and Tritax, two of the biggest names in logistics property development , have joined forces to publish a report designed to inspire other businesses in the construction and logistics sectors to take a more proactive approach to delivering social value. CLICK HERE to download the report.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 28, 2023

It is also a great platform for demonstrating the latest developments in transport technologies, learning about promising transport projects, finding new distribution channels, as well as exchanging experiences regarding the construction of railways, seaports, airports, logistics centres, manufacturing rolling stock and shipbuilding.

Modeling Software 58

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 12, 2021

Each train offers a total of 36 seats for trailers, which consist of 24 special CargoBeamer railcars and six usual double-pocket wagons. The terminal site in Calais allows CargoBeamer to handle six train pairs daily, which means six incoming and six departing trains per day.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 4, 2023

In alignment with SEGRO’s net-zero 2030 and Maersk’s net-zero 2040 commitments, the unit is being constructed to be net-zero for both embodied and operational carbon. It will incorporate a full roof mounted PV array and extensive use of recycled construction materials.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Mates in Mind was established in 2017 to address mental ill health in the construction sector and more recently, has partnered with an increasing number of logistic and transport companies. Our new partnership with Mates in Mind is an important step in providing extra support and training to our employees.

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Training Survey Construction Strategy 70

Penske Move Ahead

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Cristy Sinclair, the first-ever Penske Logistics director of food safety, has been recognized as a 2022 Rock Star of the Supply Chain by Food Logistics magazine. Since joining Penske in 2016, she has constructed a comprehensive food safety program that supports the organization’s warehousing and dedicated contract carriage product lines.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Aiming to continue business growth through a full upgrade and replacement of its warehouse fleet and a warehouse construction project, Vaillant Industrial, part of Vaillant Group, has prioritised a focus on sustainability in line with business objectives to design and deliver systems and manufactured products that use renewable energy.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

On Tuesday November 14th the international transport and logistics provider cargo-partner officially launched the construction of the third warehouse hall at its iLogistics Centre in Dunajská Streda. The post iLogistics Centre in Slovakia Doubles Capacity appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 9, 2022

Members include rail freight operators, logistics companies, ports, equipment suppliers, property developers and support services, as well as retailers, construction companies and other customers. The post Everysens joins Rail Freight Group appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 10, 2024

Covering 235,000 square meters in total, this terminal represents a monumental step in the logistics sector, handling up to 1 million containers per year across its six cranes and 12 rail tracks, with daily operations for 20 trains, around 400 trucks, and 6 ships. The TOS aims to organize crane jobs to substantially decrease handling times.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2023

Last year we launched a new intermodal train service connecting our logistics hubs at London Gateway and Southampton, as we continue to build our end-to-end capability.” A new £350m fourth berth at London Gateway now under construction, which will lift capacity by a third when it opens in 2024.

Construction 57

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Record 3,850,000 TEU With a global network spanning more than 300 business units in 76 countries DP World is continuing to extend its capabilities across the UK supply chain, with the latest step the launch of a new intermodal train service in November connecting London Gateway and Southampton.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2024

The 11,800-square meter building is well equipped for collaborative work, with a flexible office concept encouraging creative thinking, learning, testing, and training. Approximately 400 employees with diverse professional backgrounds and 40 nationalities are working at the KION Automation Centre Antwerp.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The expanded administrative complex now also includes the “Linde Experience Hub”, a newly built 5,500-square-meter venue hall for training and education purposes, product presentations, and large and small events. The post Linde Experience Hub at HQ appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2020

VTG Rail UK has agreed to supply the Cappagh Group of Companies with 100 new box wagons for the movement of construction materials. The new wagons have been designed specifically to optimise the movement of aggregates and construction spoil, with a design that maximises durability with a minimum tare weight.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 30, 2021

Welcoming graduates looking to build a career in warehouse operations, the programme offers on the job training, giving individuals the skill set to quickly progress within the division. For example, I did my initial training at Minworth warehouse, then Northampton and finally Dartford.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The expected life of a part is a statistical construct – some will fail early; others may be good for much longer. Analytics allows for efficient use of a most critical resource – planning where and when trained staff will be needed, and what their training needs are. This approach too has disadvantages.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

In the construction industry, falls from height were responsible for 47% of fatalities recorded in one year. Companies should always give staff properly accredited training in how to work safely at a height. Lack of Training and Education. Ultimately, warehouse safety relies on policies, training, and safety equipment.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2021

For now, the vast majority of trains from China to Hungary cross the EU border at the Polish town of Ma?aszewicze It is the world’s largest rail dry port where goods to be reloaded from broad-gauge trains to standard-gauge ones. The post Hungary strengthens potential as intermodal hub appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2022

According to current plans, construction work is to begin in October. The go-ahead for the construction of the planned logistics centre, which will cover almost 21,000 sq m, is also scheduled for October. The regional train station with direct connections to the centre of Berlin is only 500m away.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2019

The new HQ includes offices for 75 employees and a training centre for use by customers and JCB Germany’s network of dealers which employ a further 2,000 people. The post JCB Officially Opens New £50 million Germany HQ appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 12, 2023

Thanks to their polyester and glass fibre lining, these gloves provide high performing cut resistance against mechanical risks while their elastane and polyurethane construction ensures comfortability and durability. The post Protective Safety Gloves appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2024

Lödige Industries provided support at every step, from planning, permits, construction, testing to training. The post Automated Storage System for Cable Drums appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. The new automated ETV system helps optimise storage density and safety”, he continues.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2020

Led by industrial property company, Prologis UK, and delivered by main contractor Winvic Construction Ltd., the project will include the construction of a new state of the art rail freight terminal and associated infrastructure works, including a new road access point to the site.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 5, 2024

It was clear from the discussions that communication and engagement was a key part of this process to share information and experiences, with back to the floor and ride along sessions, hazard reporting, safety tours and training all mentioned as effective tools.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

We help train logistics employees, explain processes, and provide communication support.” We take these worries seriously, talk to our colleagues, inform them about the progress of the construction site, about new tasks, and further training opportunities.” People play a key role in the logistics processes.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 9, 2021

Construction having started in 2005, the park is being continuously expanded with both additional industrial properties and residential and service facilities. Employees can already benefit from several restaurants, a medical centre, training and meeting rooms as well as sports and recreational facilities.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 10, 2022

The hardware of the system consists of two colour cameras for image acquisition, a light barrier array for triggering, and a controller for processing the data and executing the trained neural network. These deviations are taken into account in the training process and are learned, thus increasing the robustness of the evaluation.

Optimization Software 62

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

With the growing drive to tackle the root causes of climate change, companies of all sizes now demand the most sustainable energy solutions for their forklift fleets, writes Toyota Material Handling UK’s Sales Training and Product Development Manager, Sam Gray. No need to modify forklift.

Price Reduction 52

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

The Port of Tilbury is the number one UK port for forestry products, construction materials, paper, grain and recyclables. The post Labour Leader Visits Port of Tilbury appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. My mission-driven Labour government will get Britain building to create jobs, and deliver a prosperous economy.”

Material Savings 52

Material Savings Government Scenario Planning Buyer Training 52

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The installation took around eight weeks to complete and once our team were trained on the new system it became clear what a huge benefit it was going to deliver for the business. This meant adjusting the angles of the chutes in the vertical plane and constructing a heavy duty steel support frame for the SICK tracking/weighing station.

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Automation Handling Packing Material Savings 49

Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Paul Hamblin, editor of Logistics Business magazine, meets one. For example, if we are to teach a machine to see the difference between a cat and a dog, we need to construct a dataset with images (inputs), where each image has a label indicating if it is a cat or a dog (the correct outputs). What we need is an expert to tell us.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2023

The proportion of automotive and fuel thefts is also rising, whereas the proportion of electronics, agriculture and construction theft has fallen. The post Governments grapple with Supply Chain Disruption appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

Supply Chain Software 62

Supply Chain Software Government Supply Chains Food and Agriculture 62

Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 6, 2020

million tonnes being loaded for rail movement to receiving depots around the UK for use in a wide range of construction projects, such as house building and road improvements, in 2019. The post Peak Performance Wins Award for Victa Railfreight appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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