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Stow Australia, AMG deliver cold storage automation milestone in NSW - MHD
9+ hour, 47+ min ago (480+ words) Australian Meat Group's Cootamundra facility is home to a new high-density cold storage automation system. Image: Stow Australia Stow Australia and AMG deliver a high-density cold storage automation milestone at Cootamundra. As Australia's food and cold chain sectors continue to…...
Logistics occupier demand rebounds as industrial vacancy tightens - MHD
10+ hour, 14+ min ago (382+ words) According to the firm's Q2 2026 Logistics & Industrial Market Beat reports, approximately 1. 3 million sqm of industrial space transacted nationally during the quarter. National vacancy remained steady at 3. 7 per cent, despite more than 250, 000 sqm of speculative supply completing over the same period. Vacancy…...
Government backs maritime training to strengthen strategic fleet - MHD
10+ hour, 59+ min ago (235+ words) The Australian Government has named five successful applicants under a $13. 8 million maritime training initiative aimed at strengthening Australia's seafaring workforce and supporting the future Maritime Strategic Fleet. The Maritime Skills and Training Initiative will help trainee and cadet seafarers gain…...
Jungheinrich Australia strengthens materials handling offer amid efficiency push - MHD
11+ hour, 26+ min ago (1248+ words) Jungheinrich Australia is strengthening its market position through a complete materials handling portfolio, flexible commercial models, and speed to market, as warehouse operators place greater emphasis on efficiency and cost control. For Jungheinrich Australia, that position is built around responsiveness,…...
How manufacturers are setting up their warehouse for success - MHD
12+ hour ago (447+ words) Moving into a new facility is one of the biggest decisions a business can make. Get the internal design right, and the warehouse becomes an asset that compounds in value across the life of the lease. Get it wrong, and…...
Wipotec sharpens accuracy and visibility in logistics operations - MHD
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (1098+ words) Wipotec's DWS systems combine dimensioning, weighing and scanning to support accurate parcel data capture. Image: Wipotec That is where Wipotec Australia sees a growing role for automated weighing, inspection and traceability technology. Colin Seddon, Managing Director, Wipotec Australia, says logistics…...
Steve Takacs reflects on 40 years in materials handling - MHD
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (1138+ words) Steve Takacs, President and CEO of Toyota Material Handling Australia, reflects on a career shaped by stability, service and people. Image: TMHA As Steve Takacs prepares to retire from Toyota Material Handling Australia, the company's President and CEO reflects on…...
Modscape + Modbotics expands Queensland manufacturing and logistics hub - MHD
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (316+ words) Modscape + Modbotics will expand its Queensland manufacturing and logistics footprint through a new 20, 918 sqm built-to-suit facility at Vantage Yatala in Stapylton. Frasers Property Industrial has secured a 15-year lease with the modular construction and advanced manufacturing business at its 65 ha…...
Great Western Highway contractor named after months of disruption - MHD
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (363+ words) The Great Western Highway at Victoria Pass is set for a major rebuild after months of disruption for local communities, businesses and freight operators, with Seymour Whyte appointed to deliver a new crossing at Mitchells Causeway. Major construction is expected…...
CLARK crossover forklift bridges gap between diesel and electric - MHD
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (973+ words) The CLARK S25 XE Series is designed to support operators moving between indoor and outdoor applications. For many materials handling operators, the case for electric equipment is growing stronger as fuel prices, emissions targets, maintenance costs and workplace conditions push businesses…...