Leading logistics services specialist, Walker Logistics, has warned that the government’s plan to introduce a ‘register for fulfilment houses’ who store and distribute goods on behalf of online retailers could have wide-ranging implications for the third party logistics (3PL) sector. The …
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Bodie and Fou to ramp up stockholding
Switch to outsourced logistics allows Bodie and Fou to ramp up stockholding Bodie and Fou, online retailers of a range of high-end home accessories including bed linen, kitchen accessories, lighting and furniture, have awarded Berkshire-based logistics solutions specialist, Walker Logistics, the …
UKWA to preview 100-page food logistics study at FOODEX
UKWA (The United Kingdom Warehousing Association) will preview Feeding London in 2030 - a study commissioned to explore future issues affecting food industry logistics in London - at FOODEX 2016 (18-20 April 2016, NEC, Birmingham). Feeding London in 2030 includes: A review of London’s …
UKWA’s 2016 Budget response
Peter Ward, CEO of the United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) has responded to the 2016 Budget. “The Chancellor’s comments regarding the global economic outlook reinforce the fact, if indeed it needed reinforcing, that high professional standards, lean operations, innovation and a lot of …
Supply chain leaders backing Britain to stay in EU
In an informal poll of over 100 of the UK’s leading logistics professionals, more than 60% indicated that, in their opinion, the nation’s best interests would be served by Britain remaining part of the EU. The survey was undertaken at a networking luncheon for the logistics industry held at the …
The search begins for the stars of 2016
UKWA has launched the call for entries for its 2016 Awards - marking the start of the Association’s annual search for the companies and individuals who demonstrate the highest degree of commitment to logistics and supply chain excellence. Applications are sought for nine awards categories and …
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Picking the third party logistics (3PL) partner that will be right for your business can be a daunting process. Whether you are outsourcing for the first time or looking for an alternative supplier of logistics services to the company that you already use, there are many things to consider, writes …
Aydya appoint Walker to bolster UK supply chain
Aydya, a multi-award winning company that offers a range of innovatively-designed products for the home under various brand names, has appointed supply chain specialist, Walker Logistics, to bolster its growing retail sales operation. Berkshire-based Walker will manage the storage and …
Three key steps to closing the productivity gap
Figures released by the Office for National Statistics highlight a yawning gap in productivity between the UK and other G7 economies. Left unchecked British companies could soon suffer. Bernard Molloy, ‘Logistician of the Year’ and global industrial director at Unipart Logistics outlines the three …
