Government Clean Power Action Plan – warehouse impact
The UKWA has hailed this acknowledgement and has long advocated for the potential of solar power generation in the warehouse setting.
New Awards puts the focus firmly on warehouse transformation
LOGISTICS MATTERS is excited to announce the launch of the new Warehouse Transformation Awards.
Bespoke training programmes for loading dock and in-plant solutions
RITE-HITE, ONE of the leading manufacturers of loading bay and industrial safety equipment, has launched a new comprehensive programme of virtual and in-person training for loading dock and in-plant solutions, helping to continuously improve safety and efficiency at the warehouse.
Hear Boohoo talk eComm John Lewis on automation and much more
Content is the focus at the Tomorrow’s Warehouse Manchester event on October 2 at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground.
Amazon collaborates on guidance for assessing embodied carbon in logistics centres
The guidance has been issued by The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).
Heating solution delivers cut to energy bills
Shadow Industrial, the UK’s leading shortwave infrared heating specialist, recently supported the refit of a 3,500 sq m warehouse in Bishop Stortford, Hertfordshire.
Cash raised for warehouse rooftop solar
Eden Sustainable has secured £75 million in funding from renewable energy investment company, Thrive Renewables, to accelerate the roll out of private wire solar PPA projects, with a focus on warehouses.
UKWA awaits detail on solar power reform
THE UK Warehousing Association has welcomed reference in the King’s Speech to the Government’s plans to scale up renewable energy supplies, including solar, as well as its commitment to grid connection reform.
Frost protection and climate control for 81000 sq m warehouse
POWRMATIC SUPPLIED a frost protection warehouse heating solution for an enormous 81,000 sq m building at Midland Logistic Park.
Showcase at warehouse to shed light on solar
UKWA WILL host its first ever UKWA Solar Showcase on Thursday 7 September, at UKWA member Howard Tenens Logistics’ warehouse in Swindon.
Network and learn at Tomorrow’s Warehouse
Check out a wealth of expert speakers and 45+ innovative exhibitors at the upcoming Tomorrow’s Warehouse Event at the Coventry CBS Arena on June 8. It’s free to attend with free food and parking, and you earn CPD points to boot.
Government missing an open goal on solar?
Responding to the Government’s new UK plan to reach net zero goals, the chief executive of the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA), Clare Bottle, has expressed mounting frustration that the potential offered by industrial properties in contributing to UK’s solar capacity is being ignored.
Research reveals energy impact on business
Energy instability is impacting profitability and competitiveness, according to ABB Electrification’s Energy Insights survey.
Low disruption ventilation units
HOVAL HAS launched a new range of TopVent decentralised roof ventilation units, specifically designed to meet the needs of modern logistics operations.
UKWA calls on Government to reform electricity market
THE ASSOCIATION has responded to the department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy’s recent consultation on the proposed review of the electricity market arrangements by highlighting the need for holistic electricity reform, to protect both the planet and the supply chains of the future.
Could warehousing go off-grid?
Commentators have highlighted weaknesses in UK electricity infrastructure, compounded by the war in Ukraine, that could hamper the development of the modern warehouse.
Renewable advances from XPO
XPO Logistics has reduced the environmental impact of its operations in the UK and Ireland, according to Dr Nicholas Head, environmental and sustainability lead in the region.
UKWA says case for solar ‘overwhelming’
An independent research report, commissioned by the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) and produced by specialist consultancy Delta Energy & Environment (Delta-EE), has shown huge potential benefits for the UK, and for the warehousing & logistics sector, of installing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on the nation’s warehouse rooftops.
ASG Services branches into sustainable energy solutions
ASG SERVICES, the labelling and integrated safety solutions specialist, is expanding its operations with the launch of a subsidiary business specialising in the supply of sustainable energy solutions for the warehousing and logistics sector.
