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New Logistics Park: East Midlands Gateway

Logistics Business Magazine

In alignment with SEGRO’s net-zero 2030 and Maersk’s net-zero 2040 commitments, the unit is being constructed to be net-zero for both embodied and operational carbon. It will incorporate a full roof mounted PV array and extensive use of recycled construction materials.

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Sustainability report marks Prologis’ partnership with Planet Mark

Logistics Business Magazine

Over the past 15 years, Prologis UK, with Planet Mark, has put sustainability firmly at the forefront of its development activities; embedding it into the design and construction process from start to finish. The whole-life carbon emissions of a typical distribution centre are typically 30% operational and 70% embodied. million tCO2e.

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Demonstrations and innovations at WABCOWÜRTH web events

Logistics Business Magazine

“Our Web Events are public events to which anyone interested is invited,” says Ralf Niklaus, product trainer from WABCOWÜRTH Workshop Services GmbH. In addition to its technical features, its possible areas of application on agricultural and construction machinery as well as in the cargo sector will be presented at the web event.

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Auto Parts Packaging Automation

Logistics Business Magazine

The company operates leading online shops in five countries as well as a total of three specialist car markets with associated master workshops. one million customers per year, from professional mechanics to workshops and end users, trust kfzteile24.

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CO2 traffic lights ensure safe working conditions

Logistics Business Magazine

“Camper van travel is more than a vacation – it’s a passion”, says Markus Bächle, Team Leader of Maintenance and Repair at the Hymer Electrical Workshop, with a twinkle in his eyes. Hymer’s mission has always been to set new standards, whether for safety, lightweight construction or insulation.

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Prologis Launches Europe-Wide Initiative to Reduce “Whole-Life Carbon Emissions”

Logistics Business Magazine

Embodied carbon’ – which is the carbon emitted during the construction of a new building – can be reduced through good design, but it cannot be eliminated altogether. As part of this partnership, the company has also educated 7,500 pupils at schools close to its logistics parks through sustainability workshops.

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The 7 Principles of Warehouse and Distribution Centre Design

Logistics Bureau

Warehouse and distribution centre (DC) design is a fascinating and absorbing topic, but alas, is often misunderstood. This becomes even more important as distribution and fulfillment processes change in line with the shift toward omnichannel sales. Why Does This Matter? The warehouses were to hold two types of beer.