WAGNER Switzerland AG
WWW.LOGISTICSINNOVATION.ORG
The online magazine for Switzerland, the EU and the rest of the world
800 visitors at the test camp
Many participants of the test camp also took the opportunity to attend the 33rd Material Flow Congress – held for the first time in Dortmund – under the direction of Professor Johannes Fottner. A total of around 800 visitors came to Dortmund's Westfalenhalle to view approximately 100 innovations.
With my back against the wall
The shift to rail freight through the Alps has suffered significant setbacks recently. According to BLS Cargo, the main culprits are the dilapidated German infrastructure and the numerous line closures and construction sites along the north-south corridor. This is also impacting personnel policies.
Kion and Siemens together in a parallel universe
Kion will be the first company in Europe to use Siemens' new simulation software " Digital Twin Composer " , thereby also seeking a degree of independence from the US market, where NVIDIA has so far been the dominant solution for merging the digital and real worlds in smart warehouses.
Columbus's "egg"
Now Linde MH also offers an expanded series with an integrated lithium-ion battery: The major advantage, according to the manufacturer, is the increased space in the driver's cab, which is up to 35 percent above the industry average, and the fact that the footwell has grown significantly with the elimination of the traditional battery compartment.
“Best of Intralogistics” in the test camp
As part of the Test Camp Intralogistics and the International Intralogistics and Forklift of the Year (IFOY) Award, the preliminary certificates for 2026 were presented in Dortmund by Jan Drömer, Chairman of the VDMA Materials Handling and Intralogistics Section, to the 17 nominees who will now go into the final round.
SVTL meets in a historic setting
The general assembly of the Swiss Association for Temperature-Controlled Logistics will take place on May 8th Lenzburg Castle and , in addition to the usual agenda items, personnel management, modern advertising for skilled workers on social media and the question of whether humanoid robots will one day be helpful .
MAGA in the approach path
German technology remains highly regarded when it comes to rapid material handling, the elimination of weaknesses, and service quality. Following successful projects in Oklahoma and Texas, the steel trader " Steel and Pipe Supply " (SPS) in Kansas City once again relied on Kasto saws and storage systems.
Rent warehouse equipment instead of buying it
Bito is launching an offensive with an economical alternative for companies that want to re-equip, expand, or temporarily supplement their warehouse and production areas, but don't want to tie up their capital long-term: renting instead of buying is the motto. The advantages – especially in " dynamic times " – are obvious.
«Kanpai» with sake on the pharmaceutical chain
Logistics provider Yusen is presenting an expanded global platform for the healthcare sector at LogiPharma in Vienna, where companies such as Novartis, Bayer, Takeda, and hospital supplier UCB are currently participating. The platform focuses on the professional delivery of specialized healthcare solutions.
Streamlined logistics
Coop's own rail connection for urban logistics in Zurich, streamlined logistics vehicles and the outsourcing of all operating room logistics in a cooperation between the Seeschau Clinic and the Swiss Post are the projects that are entering the final sprint for this year's Swiss Logistics Award from GS1.
Nespresso with DHL in Ireland
Nespresso with DHL in Ireland
Coffee beans, as is well known, look like a load of currants when harvested. Nestlé Nespresso already relies on DHL's supply chain division in Italy, Brazil, Malaysia, and Taiwan. Now, logistics and fulfillment services are being added in Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland.
“Having successfully supported Nespresso in some of its key markets since 2014, we are delighted to extend our relationship to the UK and Ireland for the first time,” said Saul Resnick, CEO of DHL Supply Chain UK&I. “Today’s news is a great vote of confidence in our people and the quality of our logistics and e-fulfillment services delivered globally over the past eight years. We look forward to further developing this partnership.”
From the first quarter of 2023, DHL will handle all warehousing for Nespresso's e-commerce operations and network of retail boutiques in the UK and Ireland. The UK operation, expected to process six million orders in its first year alone, will be located in a dedicated omnichannel facility in Coventry. Equipped with state-of-the-art automation, it has already received awards for its extensive environmental features, including solar panels, electric vehicle charging stations, and air source heat pumps. The Irish branch will be located in Dublin.
Photos: DPDHL
In all markets, DHL will manage key aspects of the supply chain, including warehousing, storage, and order picking and packing.
“I am delighted that we will be working with DHL from next year. With their warehousing expertise, innovative automation technology, and a strong focus on providing sustainable operations and services, DHL is the ideal supply chain partner for Nespresso UK & Ireland. Together, we will realize Nespresso’s ambitions to further enhance our first-class service quality and achieve shared success,” added Jan Süssmeir, Customer Care & Services Director at Nespresso UK & ROI.
The combination of robotics and manual input throughout the entire operation was an important factor in Nespresso's decision to choose DHL.
