Supply Chain Analysis news

PepsioCo UK is introducing a series of innovations within its logistics operation. Once in place, they are set to drive a 1,200-tonne annual reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across PepsiCo’s UK supply chain. Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil to replace diesel From November, more than one million miles of UK truck journeys will be powered by used cooking oil. PepsiCo will work with its h...

A.P.Møller-Mærsk reported strong Q3 results, with higher earnings in its three main businesses (Ocean, Logistics & Services and Terminals) compared to the same quarter in 2021. Operating profit up 60% versus Q3 2021 Both EBITDA and EBIT increased by approximately 60% versus Q3 2021. This marks a 16th consecutive quarter of year-on-year earnings growth. The company said the main drivers h...

UPS is looking to combine the capabilities of its standalone digital services to build a logistics-as-a-service offering. The digital services involved include Roadie (a crowd-sourced same-day delivery provider), Coyote Logistics (3PL), Delivery Solutions (delivery platform) and UPS Capital (financial service provider). The partnership with CommerceHub will also be a part of the new service of...

On 18 th October, a new Nestlé Waters distribution centre was opened in Buxton, Derbyshire by Stefano Agostini, CEO of Nestle UK & Ireland. £31 million investment Work began at the Waterswallows site in 2019, which received a £31 million investment. Construction included an extension of the warehouse facility and creation of a new state-of the art logistics operation, which has enabled ...

Walmart’s acquisition of Alert Innovation is a signal that it’s ramping up its plans for automated micro-fulfillment (MFC). It’s been a long time coming. What does this move mean for Walmart, the future of MFC, and other companies in the sector? What are the impacts of the acquisition? Walmart can move at pace in this area. The deal brings new expertise to Walmart, enabling it to acceler...

The Italian chain is looking to optimise its logistics network through the “Conad Logistics Project”. An initiative which launched in 2020. Network Optimisation Conad is implementing a range of measures.  These include optimisation of vehicles and travel, improving working conditions of operators, and protecting the environment and its resources. Solutions that deliver success Conad h...

Amazon dives deeper into logistics by announcing Amazon Warehousing & Distribution (AWD), a new service that’ll give sellers access to “new, purpose-built facilities for bulk inventory storage and automated distribution”. A simplified solution to supply chain challenges The pay-as-you go service aims to solve key supply chain issues for sellers, such as inventory storage, distribution and o...

Cargill is launching its first digital business studio in Asia, in a three-year partnership with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB). Promoting agricultural innovation in the Asia-Pacific region The Singapore-based studio will support local founders with investments that aid Cargill in bringing solutions to the market and promote agricultural innovation in the Asia-Pacific region...

PepsiCo has announced that it is collaborating with six start-ups to boost supply chain sustainability. Innovative sustainability solutions driven by PepsiCo Labs The six start-ups have been identified through PepsiCo Labs, the technology venturing arm of PepsiCo. PepsiCo Labs exists to identify and collaborate with breakthrough start-up companies to drive business growth and efficienc...

From 1 September 2022, Asda will remove best before dates from almost 250 fresh fruit and vegetable lines across its UK stores. Dates will be removed from a number of packaged fruit and vegetable products, including citrus fruits, potatoes, cauliflowers and carrots Reducing food waste while saving shoppers’ money By letting shoppers decide whether their food is edible, this change is int...