How do you balance ‘lean’ with ‘green’? Consumers want goods that have been ethically sourced and delivered in an environmentally responsible way – however they are not keen on paying extra for them. So to what degree can the FMCG sector accommodate thes
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Global sourcing is in danger of being perceived as ‘ungreen’. However, it is possible to source from around the world in ways that are both ethical and sustainable, and to economic advantage. But success depends on well thought-out strategies, robust proc
Building a greener supply chain is not easy with conflicting views on carbon offsetting, food miles and biofuels. Technology can help – but so can a radical review of accepted practices.
ELA competence standards promote excellent company performance and boost professional development.
Watching the transcontinental trucks thunder down the motorway focusses the mind on all that burning diesel. Can’t we use trains more?
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile has bought five Actros 1848LS with BlueTec Euro 5 selective catalytic reduction engines.
The Freight Transport Association has called on the government to make a decision on improvements to the A303 near Stonehenge.
Innovate Logistics plans to re-locate the Alcester depot to Aston – a newer larger site in Birmingham, offering its customers a wider range of services including cold storage, chilled storage, case picking and cross dock distribution on a much larger scal
Scottish haulier Maxi Haulage has taken a further 24 tri-axle box van trailers from GE’s TIP Trailer Services following the success of an original order for 34 similar specification trailers just two years ago.
BSH Home Appliances has made NYK Logistics its sole provider of logistics services for small trade customers, as well as handling 50 per cent of bulk deliveries into the distribution networks of BSH’s major retail customers.
