TNT, Europes largest express services company, will apply for the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status for all its customs related, express services operations in the 27 EU countries.
General Transport & Distribution News
Bulmers announce changes at board level in their logistics business
Jan 29, 2008
Seeking to further strengthen the management structure in support of future expansion, Johnathan Bulmer of Bulmers Logistics has announced a Board restructure.
Haribo chews over logistics options
Jan 29, 2008
German sweet manufacturer Haribo has apointed Consultant Total Logistics to review its supply chain.
Maintaining Docks For Safety And Efficiency
Jan 28, 2008
Unless the shipping/receiving dock is given the proper attention, breakdowns in this area can choke off productivity throughout the system.
Swisslog awarded major order by dm-drogerie markt
Jan 28, 2008
dm-drogerie markt (dm) has commissioned Swisslog, to design and implement a new dm-distribution center near Cologne, Germany.
Maximise your talent: Research identifies key challenges for business
Jan 28, 2008
The key challenges inherent in uncovering and managing talent within UK organisations have been identified in research published by the Chartered Management Institute and Ashridge Business School.
Industrys Largest Field Trial of RFID Technology on Reusable Transport Packaging
Jan 28, 2008
After Rigorous Lab Testing, Trial Moves to the Field, Backed By Unprecedented Industry Support
RFID tags for tracking plastic pallets and reusable containers
Jan 28, 2008
The model for cycle tracking reusable containers is the pallet market.
Health and Safety Legislation - Handling and Lifting Equipment
Jan 26, 2008
Health and safety legislation means that handling and lifting equipment is now required to take on jobs that, previously, were often carried out manually.
Vacuum Lifters and Manipulators
Jan 26, 2008
Vacuum lifting devices and workstation cranes are leading ergonomic solutions that promote worker safety and productivity.
Manufacturing sector output is still growing
Jan 26, 2008
The first report on the state of UK manufacturing in 2008 suggests that the sector has yet to suffer the slowdown that is affecting other parts of the economy.