Yusen Logistics (Deutschland) GmbH is expanding and has opened a new branch with a modern sustainable complex in Altbach with around 10,000 square metres of warehouse and office space. The facility located east of Stuttgart will now become the new contract logistics site of Yusen Logistics as it looks to meet the demands of its customers, particularly those from the local automotive industry. The complex has a large storage area, equipped with high racks, and the loading halls have truck … [Read more...] about Yusen Logistics widens footprint in Germany
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Hong Kong-based LF Logistics now part of Maersk
A.P. Moller - Maersk completed its US$3.6b acquisition of LF Logistics in late-August, taking control of the Hong Kong-based contract logistics company which will now be rebranded to Maersk. Maersk will add 223 warehouses to the existing portfolio, bringing the total number of facilities to 549 globally, spread across a total of 9.5 million square meters. LF Logistics, part of supply chain manager Li & Fung, employs 10,000 people, operates an extensive pan-Asia network and specialises … [Read more...] about Hong Kong-based LF Logistics now part of Maersk
Cainiao eyes automated distribution hubs with Daraz
Cainiao Network and e-commerce platform Daraz have announced upcoming plans to automate two smart distribution centres in Pakistan. The distribution centres will be equipped with innovative smart technologies, such as an automatic assembly line and smart distribution setup, as well as Cainiao’s proprietary solutions, including e-PLC, control algorithm and WCS. Daraz grew 85 percent in gross merchandise value (GMV) over the last two years, experiencing revenue surges during the global 11.11 … [Read more...] about Cainiao eyes automated distribution hubs with Daraz
DB Schenker gives limited edition runners to staff
DB Schenker is celebrating its 150th corporate jubilee with an exclusive pair of adidas sneakers for its engaged staff. Under the umbrella theme “150 Years Elevating Lives,” the anniversary year features a challenge that motivates employees and close families and friends around the globe to count their steps and track their physical and mental activities. The forwarder said around 70 million kilometers so far have been collected via a dedicated app, and as an anniversary gift, all … [Read more...] about DB Schenker gives limited edition runners to staff
GEODIS banks on merger to enhance US service
GEODIS earlier this month has signed an agreement to acquire American company, Need It Now Delivers, which will enable the forwarder to increase its US presence in contract logistics and last-mile delivery. Need It Now Delivers operates an expansive domestic road freight network with more than 65 company locations and 300 distribution points, providing strong national coverage, particularly in the eastern United States. To offer its customers complete port-to-door logistics solutions, the … [Read more...] about GEODIS banks on merger to enhance US service
Cainiao warehouse network expands into Israel
Cainiao Network has launched an automatic distribution center and overseas warehouse in Israel, which is the first for the Alibaba logistics unit in the Middle East, and its tenth globally. The facility is located 30 minutes away from Israel's main airport Ben Gurion near Tel Aviv. It will be equipped with intelligent sorting equipment, and Cainiao’s proprietary overseas digital intelligent sorting system to manage the entire value chain: from first-mile pickup, last mile deliveries and other … [Read more...] about Cainiao warehouse network expands into Israel