Global shipping companies are set to increase their outsourced logistics spending by 10-20% over the next five years, according to a recent survey carried out by Capgemini, a leading consultant in outsourcing services.
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ANC Express is highlighting Remembrance Day by putting 250 giant poppies on its lorries and donating money to the Royal British Legion.
P&O who is facing a preliminary approach from DW Ports, has announced the sale of its “cold logistics” business to Canadian Versacold Holdings for £183M.
TNT N.V, the Dutch Logistics and mail company, has announced that it has teamed up with Japan post, the world’s second largest mail group.
Prolock (Europe) has announced that it has become the European agent for a new range of freight container and trailer locks.
Commercial vehicle operators in Northern Ireland must take a close look at their loading and unloading arrangements, according to a warning from the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
Foreign hauliers operating on UK roads are imposing wear costs of some £195M per year, according to research gathered by the National Economic Research Association (NERA).
According to GVA Grimley the Midlands industrial / distribution market is seeing continued growth, with units of 18,600sq m plus being built. This activity is pushing another wave of speculative development.
Boots is to reveal the results of a year-long project to revolutionise its shelf filling processes. The project is expected to save the company £80M in efficiency savings.
We reveal the latest companies to join the hallowed ranks of the winners of The European Supply Chain Excellence Awards.
By Sam Tulip and Nick Allen
