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Despite the best efforts of retailers, the IGD survey of Retail Logistics for 2004 shows retail distribution costs still increased from 3.44% of total turnover in 2002 to 3.6% in 2003. Investment in the 'hard' elements of the supply chain, such as larger depots, have only been partly successful in …

Russell Brown a Solicitor at the Manchester office of law firm Glaisyers and a specialist on employment matters examines the complexities of the amendments to the Working Time Regulations from an employers’ perspective. Because both drivers and non-mobile staff working in the air, rail, road, sea, inlet waterway and lake …

“Our industry shows a healthy obsession with raising standards!” That was the conclusion of Fork Lift Truck Association Chairman Richard Baxter, reflecting on this year's record-breaking Awards for Excellence. With a record number of nominations qualifying as finalists, a record number of votes cast and a record number of Awards …

The UK's National RFID Centre is taking on an international aspect as its activities gain momentum. The recent ASEM Conference on e-commerce in London has highlighted the global need for a coherent and constant message on RFID – exactly what the centre aims to achieve for the UK. Many of …

Aisle-Master, the Irish manufacturer of the electric and LPG powered narrow aisle articulated forklift of the same name, is now offering its range directly into the UK market. As part of this new distribution strategy, the company is seeking to establish links with material handling distributors wishing to incorporate its …

UK-based agent’s provides bespoke courses for corrugated, print finishing, carton and converting sectors Key Capital Equipment(KCE)is reporting a significant increase in demand for its bespoke operator training solutions. An impressive 75 per cent of customers purchasing new kit also invest in the UK-based agent’s tailor-made packages – designed to complement …