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Not «breath-» but wireless
Bluepath Robotics, an internal innovation project at the Ford subsidiary Otosan, which was spun off at the end of 2023, develops and produces autonomous mobile robots for a wide range of intralogistics applications. Now, Wiferion enables the inductive power supply of the AMRs.

Electric monorail system for Quark & Co
NÖM produces a wide range of dairy products, yogurt, butter, and curd cheese from approximately 450 million kg of milk from 2,200 farmers in the region build a fully automated shipping warehouse with comprehensive conveyor technology for 26,000 pallet spaces.

The fire is left without air
The fire protection specialists of the Wagner Group have been honored with the "GIT Safety Award 2026" for their "OxyReduct F-Line." The system expands the OxyReduct process with H2- based fuel cell technology, which simultaneously ensures emission-free energy supply.

Temperature-controlled at the motorway junction
Movianto, a logistics service provider specializing in pharmaceuticals and healthcare, is setting up a new cold storage facility in Wiesloch-Walldorf this month. A photovoltaic system there produces approximately 3,100 MWh per year, more electricity than the site consumes.

Fusion reactor in creep mode
Despite all the political turmoil currently shaking the world, work on the ITER fusion reactor, in which countless nations are involved, continues – much like on the ISS. Recently, another of the 15-meter-high segments for the future plasma chamber was delivered by heavy-duty transport.

Nonstop strapping
Mosca offers a comprehensive portfolio of integrated end-of-line systems for transport packaging, strapping machines, stretch wrappers, and associated consumables. Strapping made from materials such as PP and PET is produced with increasing recycled content.

Dynamic open-plan area
Relocations often involve considerable effort. Furniture needs to be transported, boxes packed, and unwanted items disposed of. The company " Optimal Umzug " from Lachen, Canton of Schwyz, offers services tailored to the greater Zurich area.

Optio L-Series updated
Developed with the user in mind, the completely redesigned generation of low-level order pickers in the Optio L series from TMHE sets new standards. Increased platform lifting heights, low entry, and versatile model variants for loads up to 2.5 t make these devices highly sought-after helpers.

Cold chain in transition: Ambitious goals
Temperature-controlled logistics is facing an energy revolution: battery-electric trucks, long-range hydrogen vehicles, and cryogenic cooling with nitrogen are transforming the industry. Enough "material" for the SVTL to discuss future processes and alternatives at Galliker in Altishofen.

DLR expands drone defense
While Russian drones have long been surveying German bases and critical infrastructures as potential targets for their “ asymmetric warfare ” a project called CUSTODIAN (Counter-UAS Technologies for Detection, Interception and Neutralization) is now slowly gaining momentum at the DLR.
Battle-tested in tough environments
Battle-tested in tough environments
A.Manship
After seven years at the helm of intralogistics provider Vanderlande, which has been part of TICO (Toyota Industries) since 2017, Remo Brunschwiler is stepping down from the front row. He makes way for Andrew Manship, who has combined the airport and parcel businesses .
Manship, who has been with the company since 2016, is considered battle-tested in fiercely competitive markets. A deep understanding of Vanderlande's corporate strategy, business activities, and global markets is crucial. Furthermore, he has extensive experience in the automated material handling industry and a proud track record of success in generating added value for customers. Brunschwiler will end his role on the Executive Board on December 31, 2023, and will transition to a non-executive management position. His contributions to organizational development and sustainable platform-based solutions are undisputed.
R. Brunschwiler
Vanderlande's Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Norio Wakabayashi, sees an advantage in appointing Andrew Manship, an outstanding internal candidate, as the new CEO: "We are convinced that he is the best candidate to lead Vanderlande through the upcoming growth period. He has successfully expanded our global airport business and realized valuable synergies in the portfolio with the parcel business. We will continue to benefit from his visionary industry knowledge and unwavering customer focus."
"I am very honored to be appointed as Remo Brunschwiler's successor. My task is to continue to lead Vanderlande as a reliable partner for future-proof automation of logistics processes," said Manship.
















