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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.
Full load at headquarters
Full load at headquarters
At the home base of forklift manufacturer Still in Hamburg, twenty charging stations for electric vehicles are currently being installed, which will also be available to company guests, employees, and private users. Twenty more could be added at the same location if the project proves successful.
"We will not only use the new charging stations for our increasingly electrified company vehicle fleet, but will also offer charging options to our employees and visitors as a special service. We are thinking primarily of employees who do not have access to charging at home. We want to enable them to switch to an emission-free vehicle," says Stefan Sanny, who is responsible for facility management at Still. The construction of these charging stations is just the first step. "This is just the first part of an overall project with which we are now creating the infrastructural and procedural possibilities to gradually equip additional locations with electric charging stations." In the medium term, suitable wall boxes at home for the service vehicle fleet and employee company cars will also be included in the charging infrastructure.
Still sources the electricity required for the charging stations – as well as all other electricity – from 'green' sources. "With our new charging stations, we are making a real contribution to reducing CO2 emissions," Sanny says happily. The charging stations can be used with standard charging cards. "We will closely monitor how our new service is used. If it proves successful, we have the option of building another 24 charging stations at the same location," Sanny summarizes.
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