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4-way pallet shuttle system
The "tiger" among pallet shuttle systems currently comes from Moffett, a company based in Monaghan, Ireland. SSI Schäfer has now entered into a partnership with the automation provider to combine its 4-way shuttle technology with SSI Schäfer's global integration expertise.
After Christmas is before Christmas
During peak seasons – such as Christmas – error-free, rapid order picking is crucial to meeting delivery deadlines. Modern pick-by-light systems allow for flexible adaptation and can be easily combined with simple solutions, such as order picking carts.
Fresh courage in the new Academy
With its ambitious sustainability goals, Galliker is considered a role model in the transport industry. In this interview, Corinne Galliker explains the upcoming appearance at "Logistics & Automation" in Bern and why people will continue to be the focus of the new Galliker Academy World.
New concept in the telecommunications sector
The food retailer Axfood and Witron have built an omnichannel distribution center in Bålsta, Sweden , from which more than 1500 branches, thousands of end customers via Click + Collect and home delivery are served with over 22,000 dry, fresh and frozen items.
Continuity in the Kion board
The Supervisory Board of the Kion Group (Linde MH, Still, Baoli, etc.) has extended the term of office of Chief Financial Officer Christian Harm until 2029. "Since 2023, he has driven forward key projects," said Supervisory Board Chairman Mohsen Sohi, "and made a significant contribution to the company's resilient development."
Change of guard at Swiss Logistics
Serge Frech has been successfully involved in the business operations of Swiss Logistics (ASFL SVBL) for some time now – and as of January, he has taken over as Managing Director from Beat M. Duerler. Duerler will remain President of the Vocational Training Association for the time being.
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.
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.
