Kar-go hits the road as UK’s first autonomous delivery vehicle
The UK’s first autonomous delivery vehicle has hit the roads – giving a glimpse into how technology is set to transform the parcel delivery industry. Kar-go, a self-driving delivery bot built by Academy of Robotics, uses artificial intelligence and a specially developed package management system to provide contact-free delivery. Its vision system means the electric vehicle is […]
Do you specialise in Transport Planning & Load Optimisation? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in December we’ll be focussing on Transport Planning & Load Optimisation. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if […]
Total Supply Chain Summits 2021 – Save these dates!
The next Total Supply Chain Summits will take place in May and November 2021 – you’ll be able attend either in person or virtually and you can secure your delegate place today! 17th & 18th May – Radisson Heathrow 1st & 2nd November – Hilton Deasnsgate Manchester Virtual attendance options are available. Your guest pass […]
Associated British Ports Humber ramps recruitment at IRFT
Associated British Ports Humber is recruiting for 24 roles within the Immingham Renewable Fuel Terminal (IRFT). The roles are broken down between 20 operative roles and four Assistant Operations Managers. The terminal is located within the Port of Immingham, which is the UK’s largest port by volume as well as being the largest handler of […]
IRI COVID-19 data reveals impact of pandemic on FMCG and retail
The latest IRI Markets Dashboard report has reviewed the FMCG trends to watch and implications for food and drink brands, retailers and supply chains as the world continues to battle the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. For the first time, the monthly report incorporates US market analysis, in addition to seven Western European countries (France, Italy, Spain, Greece, Netherlands, […]
Total Supply Chain Summit: Virtual places still available!
Your place at the Total Supply Chain Summit is completely free and your attendance is entirely flexible. It secures you access to LIVE and pre-recorded supply chain webinars. Plus, once confirmed, your personalised itinerary can be created, allowing you to select the suppliers that you would like to meet with. As well as matching you […]
Do you specialise in Order Fulfilment? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in November we’ll be focussing on Order Fulfilment. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re an Order […]
82% of supply chain managers frustrated by AI systems during COVID-19 pandemic
82% of supply chain decision-makers have been left frustrated by AI-powered systems and tools during the COVID-19 crisis. That’s according to Secondmind-commissioned independent global research, carried out by Censuswide, to survey over 500 supply chain planners and managers across Europe and the USA to learn how AI was helping or hindering their decision-making. The results show that despite the frustration, belief […]
This November’s Total Supply Chain Summit is VIRTUAL – Register today!
The next Total Supply Chain Summit will be a virtual event, taking place on Monday 2nd November – places are extremely limited, so make sure you claim yours today! Your free virtual pass will still offer all the same benefits, as the live event. The Summit will bring you together with top industry suppliers for business collaboration. Benefits include; Prepare […]
OPINION: UK Business ill-prepared for post-Brexit Customs Complexity
2020 was meant to be the year of ‘Brexit Preparation’. When the UK left the EU on January 1st2020, firms involved in trade with the EU were set to spend 12 months on robust planning, maximising the 12 month Brexit transition period to understand the new trade and customs requirements. The transition period provided time […]
