Open day guests hear how Flexi Trucks are helping today’s logistics operations meet their sustainability goals
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Open day guests hear how Flexi Trucks are helping today’s logistics operations meet their sustainability goals

Narrow Aisle Ltd – the VNA materials handling solutions specialist – recently hosted a series of distributor open days at its UK Flexi Truck manufacturing plant in Great…

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Look after your assets
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Look after your assets

At a time when companies are focused on keeping business costs to a minimum a strict materials handling equipment maintenance and servicing regime is more important than ever,…

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Labour exchange
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Labour exchange

With the high cost of human labour prompting more and more logistics companies to seek ways of working that rely less on people, interest in automation is greater…

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‘Business as usual’ is no longer an option for long-term sustainability success
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‘Business as usual’ is no longer an option for long-term sustainability success

As the environmental impact of supply chain activities is more widely understood, now is the time for supply chain professionals to prioritise sustainability in their logistics plans in…

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Supply Chain #NextGen to showcase the logistics leaders of tomorrow
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Supply Chain #NextGen to showcase the logistics leaders of tomorrow

Thirty of the brightest and most talented young people working in today’s logistics industry will be recognised at a special presentation and networking reception during this year’s International…

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Toyota launches its new compact, easy-to-drive Traigo24 electric forklift
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Toyota launches its new compact, easy-to-drive Traigo24 electric forklift

Introducing the new 3-wheel electric forklift truck, the Traigo24, from Toyota Material Handling UK. Designed for simple, straightforward operations in confined or tight spaces, the models range from…

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Fuel price rise fears prompt Burton Roofing to switch from diesel to electric-powered Toyota forklifts
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Fuel price rise fears prompt Burton Roofing to switch from diesel to electric-powered Toyota forklifts

Burton Roofing Merchants Ltd – a leading supplier of roofing materials to both the construction trade and the public – is replacing the diesel-powered Toyota counterbalance trucks in…

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New report reveals critical factors behind soaring commercial energy prices
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New report reveals critical factors behind soaring commercial energy prices

In a new report, experts at commercial energy broker and utilities consultancy Advantage Utilities have revealed exactly what factors businesses should be monitoring and considering to help mitigate soaring energy…

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Toyota’s new electric counterbalance range comes with a choice of lithium-ion, lead-acid or hydrogen power options
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Toyota’s new electric counterbalance range comes with a choice of lithium-ion, lead-acid or hydrogen power options

Toyota Material Handling UK has launched a new range of electric counterbalance forklifts. Designed for both indoor and heavy-duty outdoor applications, the Traigo80 80-volt electric counterbalance range is offered…

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eCommerce packaging must change to meet COP26 objectives
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eCommerce packaging must change to meet COP26 objectives

By Jo Bradley, Business Development Manager, Sparck Technologies (formerly Packaging by Quadient)  The recent COP26 summit has focused new attention on the contribution that supply and distribution chains,…

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