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Flexible Automation in Bern
January 9, 2026
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"
January 9, 2026
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
January 8, 2026
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
January 8, 2026
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
January 7, 2026
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
January 7, 2026
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
December 22, 2025
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
December 22, 2025
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
December 19, 2025
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
December 19, 2025
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.
Fleet management in three stages
WAGNER Switzerland AG
Fleet management in three stages
January 8, 2026
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.

achieve this despite increasing automation and technological advancements, heterogeneous fleets and systems, smart solutions are needed. Specifically, solutions capable of collecting and analyzing a wide variety of data, utilizing compatible benchmarks, and translating them into transparent reports.
Access via Smart Portal
At Still – and this is no coincidence – there are three levels of fleet management solutions. With the self-service option , the customer takes full responsibility for managing and optimizing their fleet. Using an innovative smart portal, they can access their analyses and tools anytime, anywhere , and manage and further develop their fleet – from operational profiles and usage duration to efficient energy management, access permissions, accident monitoring, and reliable maintenance management.

As the fleet grows, framework conditions change, or vehicles from other manufacturers are added, the customer can switch to an assisted service . This allows them to retain control over all decision-making processes and benefit from the expertise of experienced specialists. These specialists support them in data evaluation and the analysis of optimization potential, and also develop customized development concepts.
Full service
In addition to fleets consisting solely of Still vehicles, the Assisted Service can also manage fleets with vehicles from various manufacturers. For companies that wish to focus primarily on their core business, a full-service fleet management solution . Experienced fleet managers take care of the vehicle fleet, controlling, managing, and optimizing it using innovative tools and consulting software that enables manufacturer-independent data analysis based on standardized criteria. They assume responsibility for safety, regular maintenance, driver management, and the efficient utilization of the fleet.
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At the heart of every system is the Smart Portal, which allows customers to independently monitor, manage, and optimize their fleet. All data is collected, analyzed, and clearly presented on a user-friendly interface, including information on access permissions, shock detection, analyses, maintenance, and costs. It is based on state-of-the-art IoT hardware for capturing and transmitting operational data – ensuring maximum transparency and control. Users can view the last known location of their vehicles at any time via GPS signals .
Direct recommendations for action
Using a driver app, drivers can perform a pre-shift check directly on their smartphone, send messages to the smart portal, and share images of the vehicle or its surroundings to ensure fast and precise communication. Furthermore, artificial intelligence is strategically employed to continuously improve fleet management. The system provides users with direct recommendations for action, enabling them to easily optimize their fleet independently. Fleet consulting gives companies a comprehensive overview of their fleet and provides valuable insights for potential optimizations, such as regarding size, applications, and utilization.
Asset management focuses on optimizing the profitability of all material flow systems. Based on data-driven analyses and intelligent financing models, Still's experts ensure that the right equipment is always available for the current application – regardless of whether it is new, leased, used, or rented.
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