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Another 42 eActros for Lidl OE
In addition to the 14 battery-electric eActros 600 trucks already delivered, Lidl Austria has signed a further framework agreement for 42 electric units, which are scheduled to go into operation by mid-2027. At the same time, Austria's most powerful dedicated truck charging network for the retail sector is being built.
Lightning fast in the high-bay
The AirRob, an automated robotic container system, is designed to climb the shelving wall at lightning speed along two rails The system, developed by Libiao Robotics, was initially installed as a "proof of concept" at the logistics provider Geis in Ostrava-Poruba, Czech Republic
Staffing needs almost halved
The US cooperative Associated Wholesale Grocers keeps 54,600 dry goods, fresh produce, and frozen food items in stock for its 1,100 members using a highly automated, full-range logistics center . The facility is designed for a daily picking capacity of more than 460,000 retail units.
Knowledge transfer in the Seychelles
Natural hazards are increasingly occurring worldwide in the form of floods, landslides, forest fires, storms, earthquakes, and rockfalls. Acute crisis management is required, but so are long-term strategies for transportation routes, where Gasser Felstechnik provides assistance in the Seychelles.
German Design Award for Traigo-i
Following the Red Dot Design Award 2025, Toyota Material Handling's new 48-volt counterbalance forklift, Traigo_i, has now also received the German Design Award 2026 in the Excellent Product Design – Industry category. The focus: the complete integration of lithium-ion technology.
Long-term contracts at SBB Cargo
Numerous SBB Cargo Switzerland transport customers, such as Migros, have signed new single wagonload (EWLV) contracts with terms of up to ten years. New contracts have also reportedly been concluded with fenaco, Stahl Gerlafingen, and the Swiss saltworks.
Cooperation with Capra Robotics
Frei Fördertechnik announces its future collaboration with the Danish robotics specialist Capra. "This expands our portfolio to include mobile robot platforms that bring even greater flexibility and efficiency to production and logistics," says Michael Schüpbach, Head of Automation & Robotics. The AMRs are versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications.
SSI subsidiary continues to consistently rely on SAP
Since 2021, the software specialists at SWAN have been part of the SSI Schäfer Group, responsible for the SAP projects of the globally active intralogistics experts and supporting companies in implementing future-proof solutions – from highly automated distribution centers to integrated production logistics. The course is right.
Arne Sturm will be the new CEO in Hirschthal
Jungheinrich Switzerland will have a new managing director as of January 1, 2026. Arne Sturm will succeed Martin Weber, who is leaving the company after 18 years – eleven of them as managing director – at his own request to pursue new topics and challenges.
Another 50 million for new TGW headquarters
TGW Logistics is currently investing €100 million in expanding its production capacity at its headquarters in Austria. Now, with an expansion of the existing office building at the site, a five-story office building with 14,000 m² of usable space is being constructed for around €50 million, with completion expected by the second half of 2028.
Another 42 eActros for Lidl OE
Another 42 eActros for Lidl OE
In addition to the 14 battery-electric eActros 600 trucks already delivered, Lidl Austria has signed a further framework agreement for 42 electric units, which are scheduled to go into operation by mid-2027. At the same time, Austria's most powerful dedicated truck charging network for the retail sector is being built.
Emission-free branch deliveries by 2030
The first eActros 600 vehicles were recently put into operation at the opening of the new charging park at the Lidl logistics center in Laakirchen. By the end of the year, the first 20 electric trucks from Mercedes-Benz Trucks are expected to be in operation nationwide for store deliveries.
Lidl Austria CEO Michael Kunz presented the new trucks and the high-performance local infrastructure Innovation, Mobility and Infrastructure, Peter Hanke, in the presence of Daimler Truck Austria CEO Jens Tittel
Powered by 100% green electricity
As part of its group-wide climate strategy to achieve "Net Zero by 2050," Lidl Austria is focusing on the development of sustainable transport concepts and sees itself as a pioneer in the Austrian food retail sector. Electric trucks have been in daily use since 2024. These vehicles run on 100% green electricity, which is produced, for example, by the photovoltaic systems on the roofs of the logistics centers.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks celebrated the start of series production of the eActros 600 in Wörth at the end of November last year. Deliveries to customers began in December 2024, and the truck is now in daily use on the road in over 15 European countries. The electric flagship of the Mercedes-Benz Trucks range had already proven its capabilities under real-world conditions several times before its series production launch: in customer operations, as part of the "eActros 600 European Testing Tour 2024," a fully electric development tour of over 15,000 kilometers through 22 countries, and the "European Testing Tour Winter 2025," covering approximately 6,500 kilometers through Northern Europe – each with a gross combination weight of 40 tons . Furthermore, the electric truck was named "International Truck of the Year 2025."
The eActros 600 features three battery packs, each with a capacity of 207 kWh. These provide a total installed capacity of 621 kWh. The batteries are based on lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cell technology and are characterized by their long lifespan. Furthermore, unlike other battery cell technologies, over 95 percent of the installed capacity can be utilized with LFP technology. This enables a greater range with the same total battery capacity.
The vehicle is technically designed for a combined gross train weight of up to 44 tons. With a standard semi-trailer, the eActros 600 has a payload of approximately 22 tons in the EU. Lidl Austria, headquartered in Salzburg, has been operating in the food retail sector since 1998. The company runs over 250 stores, three logistics centers, and employs around 5,800 people. Lidl was founded by Dieter Schwarz and is part of the Schwarz Group.
