All Logistics articles – Page 34
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Analysis and FeaturesHow the blockchain will change fmcg
It’s one of the biggest buzzwords in food and drink. So what is blockchain technology? How does it work?
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NewsSainsbury's extends nitrogen-cooled delivery truck trial
The truck has saved 5.9 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions over the past 10 months
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NewsBritvic extends contract with Wincanton until 2022
Wincanton will manage and oversee the still and carbonated soft drinks supplier’s deliveries across the UK
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NewsPost-Brexit border delays risk alcohol smuggling resurgence
The Wine and Spirit Trade Association said the UK faced “delays and gridlock”
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Analysis and FeaturesThe need for speed: what next for supermarket deliveries?
With super fast delivery now ‘the currency’ of the retail market, how will retailers develop their offers?
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NewsWincanton secures new Wilko distribution contract
Wincanton make at least 100,000 deliveries each year and handle all transport operations for the retailer
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NewsCulina to build UK's biggest chilled warehousing plant
Logistics operator will invest £38m to build ‘super centre’ on M1 corridor
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NewsThe Co-op and Mars back Manufacture 2030 sustainability plan
The platform includes online hubs allowing shared access to information about energy, waste and water usage
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NewsBibby changes tanker units to slash juice transport CO2
Bibby Distribution has slashed the carbon emissions involved in transporting fruit juice by using lighter tanker units
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NewsOcado unveils robotic arm for fruit & veg picking
Technology will remove need for humans to pick easily damaged produce
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NewsTesco transports products from China on Trans-Siberian Railway
The journey, which takes 26 days, is more than 5,700 miles long and crosses eight countries
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NewsArgos slammed for plans to close Lutterworth distribution hub
Unite has branded Argos’ plans a ‘slap in the face’ for employees
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NewsTesco to axe two distribution centres
The closure of Welham Green and Chesterfield will result in a more efficient network claims retailer
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NewsNFT Distribution looks to future growth after reporting loss
Food logistics group NFT Distribution has fallen into the red during a challenging year for its grocery customers but the group said it was “well-placed” for future sustained profitable growth.
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NewsReed Boardall increases profits despite sales dip
Revenues at Yorkshire-based cold storage and transport business The Reed Boardall Group dipped slightly to £64.3m in the year to 31 March 2016, compared with £65.9m in the previous 12 months.
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Comment and OpinionArgos strikes will worry Sainsbury’s, but Christmas apocalypse is unlikely
Unite has proposed strike action against Wincanton
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NewsMenzies Distribution wins new supply deal with WH Smith
Menzies will operate from the three WH Smith distribution centres in Birmingham, Swindon and Dunstable
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NewsPalmer & Harvey launches Bakedirect van sales operation
Bakedirect will join Sweetdirect and Snacksdirect as part of the P&H direct van sales brands
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NewsWaitrose, John Lewis and Argos use new renewable fuel in lorries
The fuel is claimed to be the most cost-effective, low-carbon alternative to diesel for HGVs
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NewsTesco backtracks on Black Friday next-day click & collect promise
The retailer has also warned customers to expect likely delivery delays