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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.
Vacuum technology makes mobility possible
Compressed air has traditionally been used primarily for fixed installations. Schmalz's vacuum grippers also mainly operate with lines that often have to run across halls and facilities. However, mobile robotics increasingly requires flexible solutions – a need that Schmalz now intends to address more effectively.
A foray into drive technology
Safelog, the specialists for software for controlling intralogistics processes, have entered into a cooperation with the drive experts from SEW Eurodrive at LogiMAT in order to jointly develop a high-performance software for controlling mobile and stationary processes in intralogistics.
Networking with perspectives
“Never walk alone” could be the motto of a networking event hosted by the consulting experts from “Adnovum”, where the Digital Product Passport (DPP), cybersecurity and IT opportunities with Petra Merino (GS1 Switzerland) and security expert Andreas Achterholt are on the agenda on May 7th in Zurich.
Maintenance in Austria
With a new workshop in Obersiebenbrunn near Vienna, rail manufacturer Stadler is expanding its capacity for the commissioning, approval, and servicing of modern rail vehicles in Austria. The workshop has been used to maintain Westbahn's high-speed trains since March 2026.
Idealworks pushes into the US market
Idealworks, part of the Munich-based Agile Robots Group, with more than 1,700 AMRs and AGVs worldwide and one of the pioneers in industrial automation through AI in robot-controlled logistics processes, has founded a US company headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina.
New chain belt sorting
At LogiMAT, conveyor technology provider Interroll attracted attention with a new chain-belt sorting system developed after the acquisition of Sortteq. Together with MCP Play, this creates a material flow ecosystem that combines single-item transport with intelligent sorting.
Cyber attack repelled
Cyber attack repelled
Until now, intralogistics providers could consider themselves relatively safe from internet attacks. This is likely to remain the case. SSI Schäfer, however, was able to prevent a cyberattack in which hackers were about to encrypt company data and then presumably attempt to extort a ransom.
The immediate threat has therefore subsided, and the company is currently in the process of restarting all systems, according to company statements. A security report, which was conducted urgently, confirmed the security of customer data and systems.
According to the company, the incident was detected early thanks to effective security infrastructure and continuous monitoring. Following an immediate risk assessment, all network connections between the company's locations were nevertheless disconnected as a precaution, and all internet traffic was blocked. This swift response prevented the encryption of the systems, which would have likely led to disruptions. Customer data and connections to customer systems were thus successfully protected from unauthorized access.
The findings from the extensive security scans and forensic analyses, it was stated, suggested a general attack, not specifically targeting SSI Schäfer, but rather a broader attack against companies of this size. The trigger was a phishing email campaign with a malicious attachment, which introduced malware, although no emails had yet been stolen. Before the malware could be activated, countermeasures had already been initiated, the IT network shut down, and customer connections severed. The security of customer data, which is of the highest priority, "was and remains guaranteed.".
Fig.: SSI Schäfer
According to the company, most of the intralogistics provider's systems and platforms are now running normally again. This largely ensures that projects can be delivered on time and in full, and that all services can be provided. The company's local websites, where information on products, solutions, and services of all kinds can be found, are therefore accessible as usual.
Production facilities are operating normally and delivering as usual. The service hotline is functioning smoothly and is fully available . The IT environment is secure . Should there be any delays in software implementations in individual cases, customers can contact their respective representative to discuss scheduling.
spare parts webshop was temporarily unavailable . Company spokesperson Melanie Kämpf stated that they are working on it. Internal access to all employees' Outlook accounts has been restored .
