Briefs

Local News
- 14 Aug 2025 ( #1243 )
2 min read
KION Vietnam has opened in HCMC
KION Vietnam has opened in HCMC

KION Vietnam opens its doors

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

KION Vietnam has been established with the opening of a new site in Ho Chi Minh City, marking what it describes as a “strategic milestone” in its Asia Pacific growth plans.

KION says its Vietnamese subsidiary will carry its full range of materials handing equipment and warehouse automation solutions.

“The Vietnam site isn't just an office – it's a strategic commitment to Vietnam's logistics transformation and our confidence in Southeast Asia's growth potential,” the company states.

East Penn named one of US best employers for women

Pennsylvania, United States

East Penn's Christy Weeber
East Penn's Christy Weeber

East Penn Manufacturing has been named one of America’s Best Employers for Women in 2025 by Forbes magazine and market research company, Statista.

Final scores for companies nominated for the honour, is based on personal evaluations given by employees with are weighted much more highly than the second type of evaluations which are accepted from the public.

“Women have played an essential role in shaping East Penn’s success, helping to build a strong, values-driven culture and contributing in countless ways that have advanced our company,” says Christy Weeber, executive vice president and CFO of East Penn.  

RMH acquires Complete Solution Robotics 

Waukee, IA, United States

RHM Systems has acquired Complete Solutions Robotics
RHM Systems has acquired Complete Solutions Robotics

Warehouse automation and industrial robotics developer, RMH Systems, has acquired Colorado-based Complete Solution Robotics (CSR), which will allow RMH to expand its in-house engineering expertise and regional footprint in the area.

The two companies have previously partnered on automation projects and RHM says the acquisition will also help it to meet the growing demand for integrated automation solutions from the one location.

RMH says CSR has a strong history of “designing intelligent, custom automation systems for manufacturers, warehouses, and distribution” centres.

“We are thrilled to welcome the CSR team to RMH,” says Ryan Howard, president of RMH. “This acquisition supports RMH’s broader growth strategy to meet the increasing demand for integrated automation, material handling and packaging solutions—all under one roof.”

Mitsubishi Logisnext supports takeover bid
Mitsubishi Logisnext supports takeover bid 2 Oct 2025 - Houston, TX, United States - <1 min read
Daifuku and Interfit each announce US expansion plans
Daifuku and Interfit each announce US expansion plans 25 Sep 2025 - United States - 1 min read
Briefs
Briefs 10 Jul 2025 - 1 min read
Previously about:
Movers & Shakers News Story - 2 Oct 2025 - 2 min read
Movers & Shakers News Story - 25 Sep 2025 - 2 min read
Movers & Shakers News Story - 19 Jun 2025 - 1 min read
RMH Systems buys Skarnes News Story - 30 Mar 2017 - Waukee, IA, United States - 1 min read
Do you have materials handling news? Submit your news here

PREMIUM business

Lift Tek Elecar
Global leader in the design and manufacture of masts, carriages, integral sideshifters & fork positioners.

This October 28-31, CeMAT ASIA will deliver the world's cutting-edge technologies and developments for the logistics industry:

900+ first-line exhibitors over 80,000 square meters.
200+ buyer groups searching for latest solutions.
40+ forums with topics ranging from logistics development to high-end manufacturing, supply chain research and latest digital technologies.

To access the latest innovations from Asia and beyond [register for your visitor pass] 

Words of support …

Undoubtedly, peer experience plays a crucially important role in our industry and it is extremely valuable for us to be part of the platform, where industry professionals, as well as end users can discuss and learn more about the materials handling world.

Alexandra Artemova, Marketing Specialist

Are you recruiting? Find your ideal candidate among a diverse range of materials handling professionals:

Forkliftaction's JOB MARKET

This October 28-31, CeMAT ASIA will deliver the world's cutting-edge technologies and developments for the logistics industry:

900+ first-line exhibitors over 80,000 square meters.
200+ buyer groups searching for latest solutions.
40+ forums with topics ranging from logistics development to high-end manufacturing, supply chain research and latest digital technologies.

To access the latest innovations from Asia and beyond [register for your visitor pass] 

PREMIUM business

Lift Tek Elecar
Global leader in the design and manufacture of masts, carriages, integral sideshifters & fork positioners.

Are you recruiting? Find your ideal candidate among a diverse range of materials handling professionals:

Forkliftaction's JOB MARKET

This October 28-31, CeMAT ASIA will deliver the world's cutting-edge technologies and developments for the logistics industry:

900+ first-line exhibitors over 80,000 square meters.
200+ buyer groups searching for latest solutions.
40+ forums with topics ranging from logistics development to high-end manufacturing, supply chain research and latest digital technologies.

To access the latest innovations from Asia and beyond [register for your visitor pass] 

PREMIUM business

Lift Tek Elecar
Global leader in the design and manufacture of masts, carriages, integral sideshifters & fork positioners.

Are you recruiting? Find your ideal candidate among a diverse range of materials handling professionals:

Forkliftaction's JOB MARKET