Logistics stories - Page 9

Gen Z's 'Returniture' habit of sending back bulky furniture bought online is soaring, leaving UK retailers to shoulder rising costs and complexity.

UK shoppers want AI for real-time delivery tracking and returns but demand transparency and human support for trust and control over choices.

AI and predictive analytics are set to transform retail supply chains in 2026, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency.

UK shoppers favour AI for delivery tracking and returns but insist it should support, not replace, human customer service roles in retail.

Myriota has unveiled HyperPulse, a 5G satellite network offering global IoT connectivity for remote sectors like agriculture and mining with low latency and high data.

Blue Yonder upgrades its supply chain planning with AI and real-time data, boosting accuracy, collaboration and sustainability for businesses amid market ups and downs.

UK SMEs are increasingly using fast-track finance to meet surging Black Friday demand, with applications rising nearly a third ahead of the festive season.

DHL Supply Chain is enhancing global logistics efficiency by using HappyRobot's AI agents to automate routine communications and streamline operations.

Small firms expanding remotely face device management chaos, risking compliance crises and productivity loss before AI adoption can begin properly.

Trixie Pet Products partners with 3P Logistics for UK fulfilment to boost growth, reduce costs and enhance delivery across all sales channels.

In 2026, logistics will pivot towards proven robotics, practical AI, cloud resilience, and enhanced visibility to tackle rising complexity and costs.

Solace unveils partner programme to aid firms in adopting agentic AI and real-time data tech, driving enterprise innovation and productivity gains.

ETB Technologies sees 33% rise in GPU sales revenue, driven by AI and mixed reality markets boosting demand across multiple industries.

Connectivity is transforming construction sites by reducing downtime, boosting productivity, and enhancing safety, vital for the booming 2025 data centre sector.

Retailers face rising freight costs and tighter logistics as Black Friday looms, testing supply chain resilience amid demand forecasts and regulatory shifts.

Ship4wd launches platform enabling US SMBs to buy directly from Chinese factories, offering pricing in USD, order protection, and integrated global shipping.

Netcraft warns that legacy system vulnerabilities and advanced AI threats will intensify cybercrime in 2026, targeting industries and exploiting major events.

Freshworks launches new AI tools in the UK to streamline customer support and IT management, boosting efficiency and cutting manual tasks for enterprises.

Supply chain disruptions persist as 91% of retailers face revenue losses during peak season, with 84% reporting increased delivery complaints, says DP World study.

Infios has earned the Customers' Choice for Warehouse Management Systems in 2025 from Gartner Peer Insights, praised by major Australian retailers for its technology.