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Flexible Automation in Bern
At Logistics & Automation on January 28th/29th in Bern, Dematic will present its flexible automation portfolio with solutions for new customers and for expanding existing systems, its autonomous mobile robots (AMR), AutoStore systems and pallet shuttles.
"Adjustments are unavoidable"
Zalando calls it "a difficult but necessary decision": the logistics center in Erfurt, Germany, is to be closed by the end of September. For more than ten years, 2,700 employees there made a significant contribution to the company's success. Now, restructuring is underway.
Fleet management in three stages
Forklift manufacturer Still, with its broad portfolio of in-house solutions for these situations, is calling on logistics companies at the start of the new year to operate their vehicle fleets efficiently and make the best possible use of potential savings. If necessary, this can of course be supported by AI.
Beumer expands production in China
The 90th anniversary of material flow solutions specialist Beumer and the 20th anniversary of its presence in China not only coincide. At the end of 2025, a new, state-of-the-art production facility also went into operation in Taicang, China, which is intended to expand Beumer's global production capacities.
A vibrant industry platform in every respect
On January 28th and 29th, "Logistics & Automation" will once again present future approaches to corporate logistics. Organizer Easyfairs discusses (part 3) with Peter Spycher, President of the Swiss Intralogistics Association, the leading Swiss platform for (intra)logistics, materials handling technology, and warehouse automation.
2900 product channels under control
SSI Schäfer is realizing a highly dynamic warehouse for the French pharmaceutical distributor CERP as a greenfield project with a high degree of automation, featuring a shuttle system and over 90,000 storage locations at its core, two piece picking robots, three pick stations and over 2900 product channels.
Bruno Jacques is the new head of healthcare
Bruno Jacques is the new CEO of Yusen Logistics Healthcare (Europe) and Vice Managing Director of Yusen Logistics Europe. He joined Yusen Logistics in 2018 as Managing Director of Yusen Logistics Benelux and Nordics, and at the beginning of 2024 his responsibilities were expanded to include Germany and Switzerland.
Sea freight with biofuel
The formula for biodiesel made from residual and waste materials is "Ucome" (Used Cooking Oil Methyl Ester) , which reputable suppliers claim offers CO₂ savings of over 90% compared to fossil diesel. DHL and CMA CGM now intend to accelerate the use of this biofuel.
With royal blessing
Not a battery-powered train the size of a model railway circling the Christmas tree, but seven real Mireo Plus B trains from Siemens: King Frederik of Denmark today inaugurated the trains that will replace the old diesel fleet in West Jutland and provide quiet, emission-free rail transport there.
Material Flow Congress integrated
The German Material Flow Congress will have a more live character in 2026, taking place as part of the Intralogistics Test Camp at the Westfalenhalle in Dortmund. During the conference, 25 speakers will discuss the trends of 2026 in technical logistics on April 15th and 16th.
Lynn C. Fritz Medal for World Hunger Relief
Lynn C. Fritz Medal for World Hunger Relief
Stefan Hohm, Head of Development at Dachser, was awarded the "Logistics Leader of the Year" prize in Berlin, as announced, for innovations such as the digital twin @ILO and emission-free city logistics projects, as well as numerous initiatives in the areas of AI, machine learning, and big data. The Lynn C. Fritz Medal went to Welthungerhilfe (World Hunger Aid).
A. Würmser with St. Hohm and F. Müller. Photos: S. Basch/LHOF
officially inducted into the International Logistics Hall of Fame to great applause for his contributions to modern prominent guests from business, science, non-governmental organizations, and politics honored the achievements of the former BLG CEO.
Structures created
He facilitated collaborations and created structures that continue to have an impact today. This made him an architect of modern seaport logistics – an achievement that also impressed the international jury. The decision regarding his induction into the Logistics Hall of Fame was made this summer by a jury of 70 prominent figures from business, science, politics, and media from 13 nations.
B. Dreeke (center) accepted the award on behalf of her husband..
Stefan Hohm was met with great enthusiasm by receiving the "Logistics Leader of the Year Award 2025," sponsored by Still. The award recognizes his significant contribution to the innovation and digitalization strategy of the Kempten-based logistics service provider.
Innovation “ hero ” Stefan Hohm
Having been with the company for 33 years, Hohm embodies a combination of pragmatism and technological advancement. Under his leadership, as previously reported, research and development became a strategic cornerstone at Dachser. Projects developed under his responsibility include @ILO for the real-time mapping of general cargo warehouses, real-time tracking of trailers and swap bodies, and numerous initiatives in the areas of AI, machine learning, and big data.
Preventive stockpiling in Papua New Guinea. Photo: WHH
Frank Müller, Head of Sales and Service at Still, emphasized in his laudatory speech: "Stefan Hohm exemplifies a modern understanding of leadership – one that views change not as a risk, but as an opportunity for shaping the future." (...) For him, the "how" is more crucial than the "what": He creates structures in which new things can emerge, supported by attitude, teamwork, and the ambition to do the right thing correctly in the long term.
The World Hunger Relief organization is taking precautions.
in Humanitarian Logistics was awarded at the event awarded for the first time to a German aid organization: Welthungerhilfe (WHH). The award recognized the project "Emergency Supply Prepositioning Strategy (ESUPS)," which improves national strategies for stockpiling relief supplies in disaster areas.
Lynn C. Fritz with representatives of Welthungerhilfe (World Hunger Aid). Photos: LHOF
At its core is a digital platform called "Stockholm", which transparently maps the stocks of various humanitarian organizations and provides recommendations on which goods should be kept in which quantities and at which locations.
