Food logistics take effect after the food or beverage has been processed. This includes warehousing, factory logistics, refrigeration, cool storage, handling transportation, export logistics and customs clearances for export.
A new joint venture aims to provide Kiwi SME exporters a greater presence and an improved representation at the negotiation table with the world’s largest international shipping companies in the wake of changing global trends. Continue →
Food and beverage companies are among a throng of other industries keen to get involved with the 480ha Ruakura Inland Port and logistics hub development, built by Tainui Group Holdings in Hamilton and earmarked for opening next year. Continue →
In an effort to save on costs and increase production, an Australian dairy producer contacted HMPS to design and manufacture a new ‘pick and place’ crate packer to accommodate its changing business needs. Continue →
The first customer to take advantage of ADDE’s innovative ZFP solution is Baxter Laboratories, a Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) licensed manufacturer based in Victoria. Continue →
Founder and chief executive of Cafe X Technologies Henry Hu (San Francisco) answers questions on robotics in the food industry and predicts what the future might hold
Q: What will the workforce look like 20 years from now? Continue →
New Zealand is moving forward in business to government interaction. Food businesses might feel that already, given the new Food Act and its food safety requirements. Continue →
International shipping company Maersk Line has taken notice of market demand and has invested heavily in a large number of 20ft refrigerated containers. Continue →
Effective food traceability systems are inherently complex. Data on ingredients, products, locations, processes, dates and business entities are constantly being captured, stored and kept accessible to multiple supply chain participants. Continue →
Gary Hartley says that North Asian buyers are very keen on being able to demonstrate the authenticity of New Zealand “deer antler” in their products. Continue →
From 2015, NZ exports to the EU will most likely be subject to new traceability & consumer labelling regulations under the EU’s Common Fisheries Policy. Continue →
Food traceability really matters. Not a month goes by without international news reporting of a food safety or authenticity crisis somewhere. Continue →
Lanfranchi of Italy has released a new Star-Block empty plastic bottle unscrambler solution and has been excited at their success – having sold more than 30 units worldwide which has led to the development of a new 800m² assembly plant that will be used exclusively for the production of these machines. Continue →
