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Prime example of sustainability
High-speed doors combine perfect insulation, energy-efficient functionality, and modern technology. The new building for the Road Traffic and Shipping Office in Schaffhausen is a showcase project for sustainable construction. Efaflex doors further contribute to minimizing energy consumption.
Swiss Post under increasing pressure
Without the logistics division, which generated CHF 278 million in operating profit in 2025, Swiss Post as a whole would be close to being in the red. As it is, the group still made a profit of CHF 315 million in 2025. Meanwhile, the company is still reeling from the shock of the bus fire in Kerzers that claimed six lives.
News from the management team
Toyota Material Handling, a provider of forklift trucks and intralogistics solutions, is hosting a panel discussion with leading European executives on the second day of LogiMAT at the Stuttgart trade fair. Participants include Jan Lorenz, CEO of Toyota Germany; Hiroshi Kuriyama, head of Toyota Europe; Ralph Cox; and Avinash Balachandran, head of development.
Hupac defies difficult environment
In 2025, the Hupac Group transported approximately 975,000 road shipments using combined road/rail transport. This represents a 4.3% increase in transport volume. Hupac stated that this performance allowed it to maintain its leading position in Europe, particularly on the transalpine TEN-T corridor.
Not as rosy as expected
For material handling and intralogistics suppliers in Germany, the 2025 financial year shows a 7 percent decline in production volume. This brings the value down to €25.8 billion, reports the VDMA Materials Handling and Intralogistics Association. No turnaround is yet in sight for 2026.
The perpetrator set himself on fire
Following the fire on the postal bus in Kerzers, initial findings from the investigation do not point to a terrorist act. Hearings and witness statements suggest that the perpetrator was mentally unstable, acted alone, likely holds Swiss citizenship, and lived in the canton of Bern.
«Vehicle Lifetime» in Katowice
In Katowice, SSI Schäfer is setting up a highly automated logistics center for the «Vehicle Lifetime» division of the automotive supplier Schaeffler in close cooperation with the robot specialists from RO-BER, the SAP experts from SWAN and the robotics and AGV experts from DS Automation.
With Kardex Mlog towards Lodz
As part of the expansion of an existing high-bay warehouse by three additional aisles, a pallet conveyor loop, and the modernization of the existing pallet conveyor system, Kardex Mlog has provided 20,016 new pallet spaces for the Polish pharmaceutical company Aflofarm Farmacja.
A fire in a postal bus claims lives
Six people are believed to be dead and several injured after a postal bus went up in flames in Kerzers on Tuesday evening around 6:25 p.m. Police reported late Tuesday evening that the bus was completely destroyed and that the fire may have been deliberately set.
Always up-to-date via remote access
Economical to purchase, with focused performance, ergonomic and equipped with numerous safety features, the new Linde Ri14 to Ri18 series reach trucks from Linde Material Handling (MH) are set to premiere at LogiMAT.
Invigorating exchange between Bern and Zurich
Invigorating exchange between Bern and Zurich
On January 28th and 29th, "Logistics & Automation" will once again open its doors at Bernexpo in Bern. The leading Swiss trade fair for (intra)logistics, materials handling technology, and warehouse automation, along with Peter Spycher, President of the Swiss Intralogistics Association (ILS), will showcase future approaches to corporate logistics.
Mr. Spycher, after its success in Zurich with over 4,000 visitors, "Logistics & Automation" 2026 is returning to Bern. What makes Bern such a special location as a the switch between these two economic centers offer
Spycher : The rotation between Bern and Zurich ensures that the trade fair reaches different regional target groups. In Bern, we encounter more visitors from western Switzerland, while Zurich attracts primarily professionals from eastern Switzerland. This rotation strengthens the to position itself equally visibly in both
ILS President P. Spycher.
Despite occasional voices questioning the value of trade fairs, we are convinced that personal encounters remain indispensable. Direct exchange, shared experiences with technologies, and spontaneous dialogue cannot be fully replaced digitally. Trade fairs offer a space where relationships are forged, innovations become tangible, and trust is built – and that is precisely why they will continue to be an integral part of industry communication in the future.
The ILS joint stand in 2026 will feature around 20 renowned exhibitors – including Fanuc Switzerland, Stäubli, Knapp Logistiksysteme GmbH (Switzerland), and TGW Systems Integration. What exactly can visitors expect at the ILS stand, and how does this joint presentation differ from individual exhibitors?
The particular added value of the ILS joint stand lies in the fact that leading companies in the industry are presenting themselves together, thus sending a strong signal for logistics in Switzerland . Despite the competitive situation, the exhibitors are standing side by side.
Joint appearance of the industry
They demonstrate that the economic well-being of Switzerland and the further development of intralogistics take precedence over individual interests. This united stance gives the ILS association a modern, credible profile – as a neutral, strong voice for the industry.
Photos: S. Barth / Easyfairs
The joint stand will serve as a meeting point for exchange, orientation, and inspiration. Visitors will gain a concise overview of the industry's innovative strength, while individual member companies will also present their latest developments at their own booths within the trade fair. This creates a unique blend of a shared platform and in-depth, individual expertise.
Opportunities and discussions
The focus is primarily on AI, robotics, and AGVs – technologies that are rapidly gaining importance and are fundamentally shaping intralogistics. At the ILS booth, expert talks, demonstrations, and discussions will take place, showcasing how these solutions can be used in practice and the opportunities they offer companies.
At the joint booth, ILS will present the latest developments in robotics, automation, and warehouse technology. What are the highlights of this central hotspot for intralogistics professionals?
Within a compact area, visitors can move from booth to booth and gain concentrated, first-hand expertise in finding solutions. The comfortable coffee area also offers opportunities for interactive exchange and personal discussions with experts.
Focus on the whole
particularly noteworthy that even direct competitors operate side by side and use the same platform without prioritizing their own economic interests – the focus is on the industry as a whole.
Each booth offers exciting new products and practical solutions. Autonomous mobile robots, AI-driven warehouse management, and digital twins are shaping the industry discussion. Which of these technology trends will be particularly in focus at "Logistics & Automation" 2026, and where do you see the greatest innovation potential for Swiss SMEs?
In Switzerland, there is almost always a willingness to integrate new technologies. This allows for the exploitation of synergies and the unlocking of previously untapped potential. The combination of robotics with autonomous transport systems (AGVs) is gaining particular importance. Initial approaches already demonstrate that robots will be able to travel flexibly on self-driving vehicles to where the work actually needs to be done – instead of the work having to be brought to the robots.
More information
The interview and further information about the trade fair will be available here soon. Free admission with the voucher code "1600" on the "Logistics & Automation 2026" website valid for the concurrently held " Empack "
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