Browsing: Logistics

As supply chain and logistics directors grapple with the challenges of managing a growing volume of goods from outsourced manufacturing sites in the Far East and eastern Europe, focus of attention has turned to the weak link in the chain, the ports.

A successful business relies on the quality of its workforce so finding the right logisticians should be a top priority. But all too often companies waste valuable time and money as a result of sloppy recruitment methods. In such a time-critical industry

Deloitte has been appointed administrators to Entertainment UK, the wholesale division of Woolworths Group, alongside the parent company.

BORPower oil additive, which claims to improve fuel consumption by more than ten per cent and reduce engine wear, has launched in the UK.

International chemical manufacturer Brunner Mond has extended its relationship with Ken Thomas Logistics, a Seafield Logistics company, after signing a three year distribution and warehousing deal.

Sales brokers Jenks has chosen Wincanton to design and manage a 320,000 sq ft warehouse and co-ordinate the distribution of around 40 loads per day.

GAC, the global shipping, logistics and marine services provider, has opened an office at Maputo in Mozambique with a second office to follow in Beira.