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In the chef's pantry
SSI Schäfer's Flexi Shuttle System was specifically designed for highly dynamic small parts warehouses. At the Finnish ready-meal manufacturer Kokkikartano, the modular system combines shuttles, lifts, and racking systems for 40,000 container storage locations, resulting in an increase in storage capacity of over 50%.
Packaging industry under pressure
On January 28th and 29th, 2026, " Logistics & Automation " and will once again take place together in Bern . The packaging industry is under pressure due to new EU regulations, rising customer expectations, and increasing demands for climate protection. An interview explores the background.
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.
World-class intralogistics
World-class intralogistics
Test the Best. Photo: Th. Willemsen
As part of the test camp and the International Intralogistics and Forklift Truck of the Year (IFOY) Awards, the 2025 "Best in Intralogistics" certificates were awarded in Dortmund. Fifteen companies received their certificates in Dortmund from VDMA Association President Jan Drömer.
In contrast to the often overcrowded presentations at international trade fairs, suppliers of internal transport systems, conveyor systems and new initiatives for automation and, in times of skilled labor shortages, the urgent need for robotization of continuously recurring tasks have the opportunity to thoroughly examine and test current innovations.
This time, over two days, more than 1,050 participants and 100 innovations were put through their paces in Hall 3 of the Dortmund Trade Fair Center. In professionally guided tours, visitors and specialists delegated by their respective companies were brought up to speed by developers and product engineers.
As part of the Logistics & Robotics Conference, which was integrated into the fifth edition of the two-day event, 40 speakers reported on the advantages and application examples of forklifts and automated warehouse technology equipment, as well as drones, mobile robots, software, and high-tech specials from Europe, China, and the (“still”) United States.
Double runners instead of tines. Photo: klk.
During the event, which Dortmund's mayor, Thomas Westphal, also attended as a "logistics fan," the 21 nominated solutions and devices also received widespread attention. They will undergo a three-stage audit and a thorough device check under scientific supervision strictly focused on their respective benefits in advance of the final round for the internationally acclaimed IFOY Award.
Project by Geek
The representatives of the 15 participating companies, who received their certificates from Jan Drömer, are now permitted to use the seal as an award and distinction for good and effective research and development work, regardless of the ultimate winner in the respective categories. Experts eagerly await the winners in the various categories, which will be announced after an anonymous vote by the jury on July 3rd at the Phoenix des Lumières in Dortmund. The finalists are aluco, Blickfeld, ecoro, enabl, EP Equipment Germany, Exotec, Filics, Geekplus Europe, Hubtex, Interroll, Jungheinrich, Logitrans, Plancise, Still, and Verity.
Project Ecoro: CST-affinous. Photo: klk.
The International Intralogistics and Forklift Truck of the Year (IFOY) Award recognizes the best intralogistics products and system solutions of the year. The aim is to document the performance and innovative strength of intralogistics and to contribute to the competitiveness and public image of the entire industry. The IFOY Award is presented annually by an independent jury of international trade journalists (including the online magazine LogisticsInnovation.org Switzerland) sponsored by the Materials Handling and Intralogistics and Robotics + Automation trade associations within the VDMA (German Engineering Federation).
Certificates for the IFOY nominees. Photo: Th. Willemsen
Partners are Messe Dortmund and the world's leading forklift attachment manufacturer Cascade. The logistics partner is LTG. The event partner is Phoenix des Lumières. The IFOY organization is headquartered in Ismaning near Munich. The IFOY AWARD is under the patronage of the German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection. In 2024, coverage of the IFOY Award reached approximately 886.6 million readers with 2,599 articles in 738 media outlets from 45 countries.
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