Costco Wholesale, US-based wholesaler, has dramatically cut operating costs across its UK distribution, with the implementation of 14 ChillXPress insulated pallet boxes, which enable chilled goods to be carried on ambient trailers.
Read MoreTNT International Mail UK has won a contract to handle international mail for Robert Gordons University of Aberdeen.
Read MoreConsignia, formerly known as the Post Office, is launching an array of new services, which could include telecoms, in an effort to boost revenues. The expansion comes at a time when Consignia’s income is under pressure due to the increased use of e-mail and competition from private postal delivery companies. The proposed telecoms move would be a countrywide scheme, say insiders. It could involve delivering fixed line and mobile services under a Post Office brand, although this is likely to be in partnership with a telecoms provider.
Read MoreSupply Chain Management (SCM) has changed the division of labour among man ufacturi ng, commerce and the service industry like no other management concept. Companies that cooperate in the context of such concepts are usually rewarded by major reductions in costs and improvements in their competitiveness.
Read MoreLeeds-based KG Sewell Contracts has signed a new £5,m, 4 year contract with Kautex Textron for the European transport of car parts.
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