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«Show» case taken literally
The show lighting with light effects is optional, so to speak. Otherwise, the new A-Series electric forklifts, which Hyster is now launching for indoor and outdoor applications and loads up to 3.5 t, offer high performance and are environmentally friendly.
Welding work in Salt Lake City
Stadler is now producing aluminum railcar chassis in Salt Lake City. The facility is part of the expansion of its existing US plant there, which manufactures passenger trains for the US market . With the new 4,600-square-meter hall, Stadler is also creating 20 new jobs.
Car wash with accelerator
Conveyor technology provider Frei is celebrating the modernization and expansion of the container conveyor system at the Migros Cooperative in Lucerne – with a focus on performance, automation, and future-proofing. The new conveyor lines can handle up to 2,400 containers per hour.
Exyz in the high-bay warehouse
Zambelli, a provider of solutions for building envelopes, shelving, industrial metalworking, and heating technology, is also one of the leading manufacturers of roof drainage systems. Here alone, the product range includes 17,500 items. A clear case for SSI Schäfer in the new logistics center in Grafenau.
Again powerful in a double pack
which was held jointly with the packaging trade fair "Empack" in Zurich in early 2025 will reopen its doors in Bern on January 28 and 29, 2026. Last January, over 4,000 visitors attended.
Efficient handling
Under the Kion umbrella, Baoli stands for solid and robust industrial trucks at competitive prices. The new KBP 14H, a low-lift pallet truck with a lithium-ion battery, also makes in-house material handling simple and straightforward.
Transport world at Bernexpo
Only a few weeks remain until transport.ch 2025. From November 5 to 8, the most important Swiss event for light and heavy commercial vehicles, mechanical and body workshops once again be present with 240 exhibitors and over 800 brands on almost 40,000 m² of space in ten halls.
Review for thought leaders
The 350 participants of the Fraunhofer IML Future Congress in Dortmund received prominent input on topics ranging from simplifying material flows using AI to ideas for space logistics. Among them was Gilgen Logistics, where innovation is a declared driver of business activities.
Google Street View in the warehouse
"We already have a wide range of assistance systems, cameras, and sensors in use," explained Rolf Huber at forklift manufacturer Still's Innovation Day in front of an audience of experts, customers, and visitors in Otelfingen. Now, an AI is perfecting the whole thing. With new LiDAR scanners and preferably in real time.
The clever fox at Dachser
Stefan Hohm, Head of Development at Dachser, was " Logistics Leader of the Year 2025 " politics, and academia . He was honored primarily for the @ILO project, a highly efficient digital twin for packages, assets, and processes in general cargo warehouses.
DHL is restructuring its supply chain
DHL is restructuring its supply chain
No stone will be left unturned at DHL's contract logistics: Patrick Kelleher will become CEO in North America, Markus Voss will become Chief Development Officer, Sally Miller will become the new Chief Information Officer, and Mauricio Barros will become the new Global Chief Operations Officer.
With the partial restructuring and expansion of its global leadership team, DHL Supply Chain aims to position itself for the future. "With their diverse perspectives and leadership experience, the new Management Board members will support us in optimizing our operations, entering new markets, implementing innovative digitalization solutions, and developing future-proof strategies for our continued success," says Oscar de Bok, CEO of DHL Supply Chain.
P.Kelleher (left)
Patrick Kelleher will assume the role of CEO of DHL Supply Chain in North America effective July 1, 2024. Kelleher, currently Global Chief Development Officer, will continue to report directly to Oscar de Bok. He has been with the DHL Group since 1992 and brings a wide range of experience from various management positions. Under his leadership as Global Chief Development Officer, Kelleher was responsible for the division's successful development, profitable transformation, and rapid growth.
Kelleher succeeds Scott Sureddin, who will retire on December 31 after more than 20 years with DHL. Sureddin left behind significant contributions to the division's culture and performance, not only within North America. Under his leadership, the North American business doubled in size, providing a clear roadmap for the future.
M. Voss
Markus Voss will become Chief Development Officer of DHL Supply Chain on July 1, succeeding Patrick Kelleher. He currently serves as Global Chief Information Officer and Chief Operations Officer. Voss has proven to be a driving force in the standardization and implementation of new technologies, automation solutions, and robotics. In his new role as Chief Development Officer, Voss will also oversee the Service Logistics, Solutions Design, and all strategic growth products teams. Voss will continue to serve on the Global Management Board of DHL Supply Chain.
S. Miller
This change will result in a split of Voss's previous role. Sally Miller, currently Chief Information Officer for North America and Global Digital Transformation Officer, will assume the position of Global Chief Information Officer effective July 1, reporting to Oscar de Bok. Her expanded role will incorporate her existing responsibilities as Digital Transformation Officer. Miller, who joined the company in 2005, has held various senior management positions during her tenure and will serve on the division's Global Executive Board.
M. Barros
In addition, Mauricio Barros, currently Senior Vice President of Global Operations for DHL Supply Chain, will assume the role of Global Chief Operations Officer effective July 1, reporting to Oscar de Bok. In this new role, he will oversee the business unit's global operations. Barros began his career with DHL Group in Brazil in 2002 and has since held numerous management positions throughout Latin America.
