We are currently all in the grips of the terrible Covid-19 ‘coronavirus’ pandemic. As per all government’s advice – stay home, stay safe and protect your health service and the vulnerable. Some industries, such as manufacturing, retail and logistics, must stay open to supply manufacturers of essential equipment and to keep supply chains moving. TheseContinue reading “Covid-19 Warehouse Safety”
Monthly Archives: March 2020
Sea Freight Container Types
Most people are familiar with the ‘normal’ box-type shipping container – they are seen on container ships, lorry trailers, trains and stacked up at the ports. There are actually many different types of shipping container and the type you choose will depend on your specific requirement. Here is a summary of the main types andContinue reading “Sea Freight Container Types”
1PL 2PL 3PL 4PL 5PL 6PL – The Advancement of Party Logistics
Many people involved with logistics will have heard of the term ‘third party logistics’ or ‘3PL’ or ‘TPL’ but what are the others? There are actually several forms of ‘party logistics’ – here I will cover 1PL to 6PL and show how the systems integrate the supply chain. The more a company moves from 1PLContinue reading “1PL 2PL 3PL 4PL 5PL 6PL – The Advancement of Party Logistics”
AK Logistics and Supply Chain 