Suntory expands Wiri operations as warehouse capacity grows Suntory Oceania has unveiled a new $13 million warehouse at its Wiri manufacturing site in Auckland, significantly expanding on-site storage capacity as the company continues strengthening its manufacturing and supply chain operations across New Zealand and Australia. Operational from May 2026, the purpose-built warehouse increases on-site storageContinue reading “Liquid logistics…”
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Pressure grows for smarter warehouse and logistics systems
Global investment in warehouse automation is expected to accelerate sharply over the next decade as operators respond to rising e-commerce demand, labour shortages and increasing supply chain complexity, according to new analysis from Polaris Market Research. The report estimates the global warehouse automation market was valued at US$23.97 billion in 2024 and projects it willContinue reading “Pressure grows for smarter warehouse and logistics systems”
The future of grocery retail demands logistics automation
As grocery retailers try to meet consumer demands for convenience, freshness and sustainability, embracing intralogistics automation has become a necessity. As the way we shop for groceries is evolving, grocery retail intralogistics is undergoing a remarkable transformation: automation has transcended novelty to become a necessity. “Automation is not just a trend,” says Kai Tuomisaari, VPContinue reading “The future of grocery retail demands logistics automation”
View ahead…
Four 2025 trends shaping warehouse automation and intralogistics As a global warehouse automation player, with technologies and integrated lifetime customer support, Swisslog is always looking at what is moving the industry forward. Here Dan Ulmamei, managing director, Swisslog Australia and New Zealand looks into four trends shaping the future within industry. As we enter 2025,Continue reading “View ahead…”
Sign of positive outlook…
DHL Express expects a 12% shipment increase this peak season DHL Express, described by the company as the world’s leading international express service provider, is expecting a 12% shipment increase this peak season, signalling robust international demand and a positive outlook for New Zealand’s economy. The peak season runs from now until the end ofContinue reading “Sign of positive outlook…”
Modern Hornby warehouse
offers flexible options and competitive rent A prime logistics facility in Hornby, Christchurch is available to lease, with the opportunity to benefit from flexible solutions and competitive rental rates. The facility, at 15 Sir James Wattie Drive, was constructed in 2009 and provides modern 100% NBS, high stud warehousing with existing pallet racking, significantly reducing fitContinue reading “Modern Hornby warehouse”
Vanderlande’s FastPick to automate new logistics centre
Fashion retailer Kappahl Group has chosen Vanderlande to automate a new logistics centre in Sweden. The two companies have signed a contract for the installation of Vanderlande’s FastPick solution at the 34,000m2 facility, which is expected to go live in June 2026. Kappahl Group is moving from its existing logistics centre as part of itsContinue reading “Vanderlande’s FastPick to automate new logistics centre”
AutoStore Introduces New Grid Capabilities and Multi-Temperature Solution
Autostore has introduced new grid capabilities: the AutoStore Multi-Temperature Solution, an expanded 18-level grid, a motorised service vehicle and enhancements to the cube control software. Building on AutoStore’s foundation of “unmatched density, efficiency, and scalability, these innovations will help businesses maintain a competitive edge with their automated fulfillment solutions”, the company says in a release.Continue reading “AutoStore Introduces New Grid Capabilities and Multi-Temperature Solution”
ADA opens state-of-the-art, multi-function Palmerston North logistics hub
Australian Defence Apparel (ADA) subsidiary ADA New Zealand has announced the opening of its multi-function logistics hub in Palmerston North. The 3,000 square metre custom-built facility will serve as a hub for design and development, data-driven wearable systems, logistics, and warehousing, catering to the needs of the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF). ADA New ZealandContinue reading “ADA opens state-of-the-art, multi-function Palmerston North logistics hub”
SINGLED OUT…
INNOVATION PIONEER: CROWN ESR 1000 REACH TRUCK WINS IFOY AWARD The Crown ESR 1000 Series won the IFOY Award 2020 (International Intralogistics and Forklift Truck of the Year) on the back of multiple innovations for boosting productivity, connectivity and operator safety. These include Crown’s Gena operating system and Xpress Lower mast-lowering technology. The independent juryContinue reading “SINGLED OUT…“
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