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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 " once again relied on saws and storage systems from the Rhine Valley in Kansas City.
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.
Air taxis nationwide from 2032?
Air taxis nationwide from 2032?
Photo: Volocopter
The German Federal Ministry for Digital and Economic Affairs (BMDV), under Volker Wissing, would like to see "Advanced Air Mobility" implemented in Germany as early as the beginning of the next decade. A strategy outlining test routes starting in 2026 was defined in Berlin today.
According to reports, Federal Transport Minister Volker Wissing remains convinced that, despite the bankruptcies in the sector, " drones and air taxis will revolutionize air travel. They create new transport options for goods and people and are driving the development of electric flight and thus climate-friendly aviation. With our AAM strategy, we want to address this disruptive technology with proactive measures. We want these means of transport of the future to be manufactured and operated in Germany. This will not only create new high-tech jobs but also secure our long-term position as a leading industrial and innovation hub. "
The Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure (BMVI) plans to implement Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in four phases by 2032. Initially, the first test routes are to be established by 2026, followed by the designation of geographically limited AAM areas by 2028. By 2030, these areas are to be expanded to include regional traffic, and finally, nationwide AAM operation is targeted for 2032.
Efficient training frameworks are to be established for pilots to meet the demand for qualified pilots for the AAM. "We are committed to ensuring that holders of existing pilot licenses are permitted to fly eVTOL aircraft after additional training and are aiming for a separate VTOL license in the long term.".
Vibration test at the DLR. Photo: DLR
So-called "vertiports" are to be established as the necessary infrastructure for the take-off and landing of eVTOLs. This includes the creation of dedicated landing areas as well as the integration of the infrastructure into existing transport systems.
To ensure the safety of air traffic, safe and efficient routes for AAM (Air Traffic Management) operations are to be established. "In doing so," the ministry stated, "we are taking existing airspace structures into account and developing new route concepts.".
The development of new ATM/UTM systems is being accelerated to ensure the safe integration of AAM into existing airspace. The goal is to gradually integrate UTM and ATM so that all air traffic participants can recognize each other.
Research projects and close cooperation with industry and research institutions should be promoted, and a legal framework with administrative bodies should be created to ensure the implementation of AAM.
At the same time, an "attractive investment environment to support AAM development" is to be created. This includes incentives for companies and investors as well as the provision of funding.
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