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Columbus's "egg"
Now Linde MH also offers an expanded series with an integrated lithium-ion battery: The major advantage, according to the manufacturer, is the increased space in the driver's cab, which is up to 35 percent above the industry average, and the fact that the footwell has grown significantly with the elimination of the traditional battery compartment.
“Best of Intralogistics” in the test camp
As part of the Test Camp Intralogistics and the International Forklift of the Year (IFOY) competition, the preliminary certificates for 2026 were presented today in Dortmund by Jan Drömer, Chairman of the VDMA Materials Handling and Intralogistics Section, to the 17 nominees who will now go into the final round.
SVTL meets in a historic setting
The general assembly of the Swiss Association for Temperature-Controlled Logistics at Lenzburg Castle on May 8th will address, in addition to the usual agenda items, personnel management, modern advertising for skilled workers on social media and the question of whether humanoid robots will one day be helpful .
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.
High-speed to Abu Simbel
High-speed to Abu Simbel
Siemens, its consortium partners Orascom Construction and The Arab Constructors have a contract with system in the world, with a track length of 2000 km and a total value of 8.1 billion euros.
The scope of the overall contract is enormous. It includes the "Suez Canal on Rails," a 660 km long route between the port cities of Ain Sokhna on the Red Sea and Marsa Matrouh and already in September for 2.7 billion euros, and now also two further sections between Cairo and Abu Simbel, as well as 220 km between Luxor and Hurghada.
Photos: Siemens Mobility
The network is intended 60 cities and includes the rolling stock: 41 eight-car Velaro high-speed trains , 94 four-car Desiro regional trains , and 41 Vectron freight locomotives. The turnkey contract includes the rail infrastructure, eight operational and freight yards, and a 15-year maintenance contract. This is expected to create up to 40,000 jobs locally.
The contract was signed by Egyptian Transport Minister Kamel Al Wazir, Siemens CEO Roland Busch, Orascom CEO Osama Bisha, and Arab Constructors CEO Sayed Farouk Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, Chairman of the Egyptian Tunnel Authority Essam Waly, German Ambassador Frank Hartmann, and Siemens Mobility CEO Michael Peter were also
at the signing ceremony .
The trains will travel at speeds of up to 230 km/h and provide approximately 90 percent of the Egyptian population with access to the rail network . By shifting traffic to rail, the fully electrified is expected CO2 emissions by 70 percent compared to existing bus and car traffic. Together with the construction companies Orascom Construction and The Arab Contractors, Siemens also provide turnkey services for the planning, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of the system for 15 years.
“The new electrified rail network marks the beginning of a new era for the railway system in Egypt, Africa, and the Middle East,” said President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. “The opportunity to equip Egypt with a modern, safe, and affordable transportation system,” said Siemens CEO Busch, is the largest contract in Siemens’ history.” Mobility CEO Michael Peter added: “Together with our partners, we will develop a complete rail network from the ground up, which will serve as a blueprint for an integrated, sustainable, and state-of-the-art transportation system for the entire region.”
The high-speed rail network, it is said, will enable the development of communities along the Nile, offering thriving business opportunities for small and family-run enterprises. On all three routes, plans to install a power supply system that delivers energy efficiently and continuously, as well as a safe and reliable signaling system based on European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2 technology.
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