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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.
ASTAG and GS1 will jointly be “green” in the future
ASTAG and GS1 will jointly be “green” in the future
The Swiss Commercial Vehicle Association and GS1 Switzerland are combining their initiatives "Lean & Green" and "We go green!". Both ASTAG and GS1 base their approach on sustainability as a triad encompassing the economy, society, and the environment.
Decarbonization targets. Fig.: Krummen Kerzers
Numerous Swiss companies have already invested billions in recent years to introduce the latest technologies or convert their vehicle fleets to emission-free drive systems (electric, hydrogen, biodiesel). A key objective is the decarbonization of the industry, as mandated by the people's vote in favor of the Climate and Innovation Act (KlG) in 2023. The Swiss Commercial Vehicle Association ASTAG and GS1 Switzerland aim to provide their member companies with the best possible support in their commitment to environmental and climate protection.
International Community
Launched in the Netherlands in 2008, the international initiative "Lean & Green" is now established in 15 European countries and unites over 700 companies. The core element of the initiative is a structured five-step plan for reducing CO₂ emissions, which is verified through external audits and rewarded with recognized awards. Beyond certifications, "Lean & Green" sees itself as a national and international community and has developed over the years into a center of excellence for sustainable logistics.
Krummen Kerzers has been there since the very beginning
ASTAG's "We go green!" campaign, developed based on a climate resolution adopted in 2021 and renewed in 2025, also highlights companies' voluntary commitments to climate and environmental protection. Among other things, association members pledge to continuously modernize their vehicle fleets and promote responsible green logistics. Both initiatives, "Lean & Green" and "We go green!", rely on voluntary commitment, measurable progress, and a strong industry community.
