New GRS packaging range 
Southgate global has introduced a Global recycled standard (GRS) certified air cushion range to help businesses meet Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) obligations. The UK’s PPT, in place since April 2022, aims to increase recycled plastic use by taxing packaging with less than 30%... more
TMG: Missed warehouse potential 
According to a study by TMG consultants, many industrial firms are missing key opportunities in warehouse digitalisation. The 'Transformation warehouse-management-system' report, presented at the 'BVL Supply Chain CX' in Berlin, shows that 95% of companies plan automation... more
Rethinking storage 
In many warehouses, layouts have evolved over time through ad hoc decisions, often leading to inefficient material flows as sysmat GmbH reported in a press release. Furthermore, randomly placed racks, intersecting transport routes and narrow aisles can slow down operations.... more
DHL launches US customs solution 
DHL global forwarding has launched the 'DHL consolidated clearance service' for US imports, a customs solution designed for e-commerce and retail companies. The service streamlines the clearance process by grouping multiple shipments under a single customs entry, aiming to help... more
Kuehne+Nagel launches cost programme 
Kuehne+Nagel has announced a new cost reduction programme worth over CHF 200 million per year to counter market overcapacity and margin pressure. Despite a challenging environment, the group increased net turnover by 3% to CHF 18.5 billion between January and September 2025,... more
Global logistics for COP30 assigned 
The Rhenus group has been appointed by Correios as the global logistics service provider for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), to be held in Belém, Brazil, from 10 to 21 November 2025. Working alongside Correios, the event’s strategic logistics operator,... more
Thirty years of 'PrecisionMover' 
Marking the 30th anniversary of its 'PrecisionMover' – formerly known as the 'Wiesel' – TII Kamag is celebrating its long-standing partnership with logistics leader Dachser, the pioneer of the swap body. According to its own information TII Kamag was among the first to develop... more
Fulfilment firm grows with Garbe 
Fulfilment specialist VAH Jager is expanding its operations at the Oberkrämer logistics park northwest of Berlin, leasing an additional 10,000 square metres from Garbe industrial. The company already occupies a 30,000-square-metre facility at the site and is now increasing... more
EU showcases digital military mobility 
The Secure digital military mobility system (Sdmms) consortium will showcase its military mobility platform in Tallinn from 22–24 October 2025. The demonstration will bring together consortium members, defence ministries from participating nations, and NATO representatives,... more
Daikin launches 'Planexia' telematics 
Daikin Reefer has launched 'Planexia', a new telematics brand designed to redefine digital monitoring and control in the reefer container industry. The Japan-based refrigeration specialist, part of Daikin industries, developed Planexia to combine real-time data access with... more

