The US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced nearly US$13m in funding to support small- and medium-sized manufacturers in adopting…
Author: John Thornton
John Thornton
John is the editor-in-chief at Akabo Media, leading the editorial strategy for Logistics Manager, Robotics & Automation Magazine, and City Transport & Traffic Innovation (CiTTi) Magazine. With over a decade of B2B publishing experience, he has edited sector-specific titles in engineering, technology, automotive, and marine industries. Since joining Akabo Media in 2019, John has driven engagement and growth across print, digital, and event platforms. He oversees magazine content, mentors editorial teams, and curates industry-leading conference content. John chairs and moderates the Road User Charging Conference series in Brussels, Abu Dhabi, Miami and Singapore, while also playing an active role in Akabo’s exhibitions. A prominent voice in logistics, supply chain, robotics, automation, and transport, John fosters industry connections and ensures Akabo Media’s content remains a vital resource for its professional audience.
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Benjamin Foster, president and founder of Fosterra, will deliver a session titled ‘Contract Manufacturing Strategies to Drive Down Carbon Emissions…
Alastair Taylor, vice president of sales for EMEA at Netstock, will deliver a session titled ‘Key Trends in Inventory Management:…
Hillwood’s EU Industrial Club III has closed a €368.19m loan with Aareal Bank, marking a milestone in its logistics property…
Henry Boot Developments (HBD), the property investment and development arm of Henry Boot, has announced a joint venture with Feldberg…
Fleet operators face significant challenges in transitioning to electric vans, with high upfront costs and limited charging infrastructure identified as…
The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has published a four-year review outlining efforts to strengthen the nation’s transportation supply chains.…
Entries are now open for the first-ever Supply Chain Excellence Awards MEA, to be held at the Conrad Abu Dhabi…
The UK’s leading warehousing and materials handling exhibition, IntraLogisteX, will open its doors for the very first time in the…
