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Transport world at Bernexpo
Only a few weeks remain until transport.ch 2025. From November 5 to 8, the most important Swiss event for light and heavy commercial vehicles, mechanical and body workshops once again be present with 240 exhibitors and over 800 brands on almost 40,000 m² of space in ten halls.

Review for thought leaders
The 350 participants of the Fraunhofer IML Future Congress in Dortmund received prominent input on topics ranging from simplifying material flows using AI to ideas for space logistics. Among them was Gilgen Logistics, where innovation is a declared driver of business activities.

Google Street View in the warehouse
"We already have a wide range of assistance systems, cameras, and sensors in use," explained Rolf Huber at forklift manufacturer Still's Innovation Day in front of an audience of experts, customers, and visitors in Otelfingen. Now, an AI is perfecting the whole thing. With new LiDAR scanners and preferably in real time.

The clever fox at Dachser
Stefan Hohm, Head of Development at Dachser, was " Logistics Leader of the Year 2025 " politics, and academia . He was honored primarily for the @ILO project, a highly efficient digital twin for packages, assets, and processes in general cargo warehouses.

“Millionaires” in the deep-water port
Gebrüder Weiss is currently celebrating an "anniversary container" at Germany's only deep-water port, Wilhelmshaven. Together with the local terminal operator Eurogate and Hapag-Lloyd, the millionth sea freight container (TEU) of 2025 was handled.

1100 young professionals at the start
Starting today, around 1,100 talented young professionals from all language regions of Switzerland will demonstrate their professionalism in more than 90 professions at the SwissSkills competition in Bern The Swiss Association for Vocational Training in Logistics, Swiss Logistics by ASFL SVBL, will also be participating

Agile Robots takes over BMW spin-off
Agile Robots, a provider of AI-powered automation solutions, has acquired the remaining shares in the BMW spin-off idealworks. Following its initial investment in 2023, Agile Robots now holds 100% of idealworks. The BMW Group remains a long-term partner.

R-Matic supports A320 assembly
The integration of automated Fenwick-Linde systems is contributing to the modernization of Airbus' new A320 Family assembly line in Toulouse. An R-Matic system is supporting better supply chain management, including the precise delivery of parts to assembly line operators.

“Ten times faster” in the warehouse
Open-source software from the Baden-Württemberg startup "pyck" won the Digital Logistics Award 2025 at the Fraunhofer IML's Logistics Future Congress in Dortmund. The award has been presented for the eighth time. "Pyck" advertises "ten times faster loading " at " half the cost."

Wagner now jury president
The Swiss Logistics Award is one of the industry organization's flagship awards, alongside the numerous areas in which GS1 Switzerland operates. Claudia Wagner of Uster Technologies, a distinguished logistics expert, will now take over the role of jury president.
Universally applicable
Universally applicable
Photo: Linde MH
A 48-V lithium-ion battery with either 20 Ah or 30 Ah provides sufficient power for up to three hours of work. The new pedestrian-operated low-lift truck from Linde MH recharges using the built-in on-board charger from any suitable power outlet.
The applications for low-lift trucks in this weight class are as diverse as the demands placed on them. Combined with even more convenient operation and enhanced safety features, the MT 15 the ideal assistant for loading and unloading trucks, last-mile deliveries, short transport runs in industrial applications, or goods handling in supermarkets and shops. Operators should be able to transport loads quickly and safely, confined
"With the new Linde MT15, we are launching a simple machine that continues to have all the key features of the Linde DNA, such as quality, safety, comfort, and performance," says Product Manager Toufik Oussou.
To enable maneuverability in tight spaces, the truck has been designed for a more compact footprint. The chassis length (dimension L2) is 400 mm , the overall width (dimension B1) is 620 mm , and the total weight of 180 kg allows for use in mezzanines or on lifting platforms. With a maximum travel speed of 5 km/h with a load (5.5 km/h without a load ), the truck is faster than many others in this class. Its climbing ability is also above the market average: the Linde MT15 achieves 8 percent when loaded and 20 percent when unloaded.
Occupational safety was a top priority . The truck features a long, low-mounted tiller, which creates a large safety distance between the operator and the vehicle while driving. With the tiller in the vertical position, the forklift's creeper function allows it to move at low speeds. This is particularly helpful when maneuvering on truck beds and in tight production and warehouse areas.
the tiller head protects the operator's hands. The center panel houses the easily accessible switches for direction, initial lift, creep speed, and the horn, as well as the safety impact button. The deep-drawn chassis prevents foot injuries and damage to the load wheels. A multifunctional display provides information on operating hours, maintenance due, battery status, and error codes.
Robust drive and load rollers in various designs, as well as sturdy bumpers, prevent premature wear. The battery management system protects against improper use and thus extends the life of the battery.
















