Double decker logistics hub in Hamburg 
In Hamburg, project developer Four Parx and investment and asset manager AEW are building Germany’s first logistics facility with two levels that offer equal options for use. The facility is expected to be completed by August 2021. Four Parx is developing this project... more
New software for Europart
The spare parts distributor Europart recently started using the time slot management system developed by Cargoclix in its central warehouse in Werl (North Rhine Westphalia, Germany). With the help of the IT specialist’s cloud-based software, the company optimises the use of its... more
Automated distribution hub for Dillewijn Zwapak
Dematic has fully automated the new distribution centre of Dillewijn Zwapak in Amstelveen (the Netherlands), the Dutch wholesaler of packaging solutions for flowers and floristry articles. The intralogistics specialist has installed a tailor-made solution with a driverless... more
EUR 2 billion for digital transformation
Deutsche Post DHL Group has presented its new group strategy. Until 2025, the group will be spending around EUR 2 billion on digitalisation – this sum is already included in the planned Opex and Capex spending. The digitalisation investment is expected to lead to yearly run rate... more
Noatum Logistics acquires PT. JCL Indonesia
Noatum Logistics has taken another step forward in its internationalisation in Asia with the acquisition of PT. JCL Indonesia, with offices in Jakarta, Surabaya, Semarang, Bandung and Yogyakarta. Rafael Torres, CEO of Noatum Logistics: "With this additional geographical... more
Sahara extends its contract with Europa Warehouse
Sahara Presentation Systems has extended its relationship with logistics operator Europa Warehouse by signing a new 5-year deal. Sahara is a major supplier of audio-visual (AV) presentation products in the UK, selling through a network of resellers in this country and worldwide.... more
ALS gives guarantees for customs clearance after Brexit
ALS Customs Services, a customs specialist, will offer three new solutions for its customers if Brexit occurs without a withdrawal agreement between the European Union and the United Kingdom as from 31 October 2019. Using simplified procedures for customs formalities, goods... more
Breaking with routine! 
No annual Fiata World Congress is like any of its predecessors – and this year’s meeting is likely to be one of the most innovate of all. We talked to Fiata president Babar Badat about the changes in the organisation, including in the secretariat in Switzerland. more
Traxens joins forces with ITP/ITPL
Traxens, experts in providing high-value data and services for the supply chain industry, has formed a partnership with logistics and transport services specialists ITP (Inter Transit Pharma) and ITPL (Inter Transit et Prestations Logistiques) for precision tracking of... more
High-speed hub in Nashville expanded
UPS has announced that it has completed the multi-phased expansion of its Whitescreek, Tennessee (USA) ground package sortation and distribution facility. The project has brought more than 300 new full- and part-time jobs to the area. “UPS is transforming our operations to... more