News Edition #1247
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11 September 2025
Inside The News

In what may prove to be a sign of things to come, Canadian materials handling equipment lithium-ion battery manufacturer, UgoWork, has announced battery assembly for some forklifts bound for the North American domestic market will now be done in the US. See the story for full details... Continue reading

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Inside the News - Edition #1247
Global Industry News
Raymond launches new walkie stacker
News Story 1 minute read
11 September 2025 - Greene, NY, United States
UgoWork launches US assembly operations
News Story 1 minute read
11 September 2025 - Quebec, Canada
STILL introduces new Li-ion battery
News Story 1 minute read
11 September 2025 - Hamburg, Germany
US supply chain activity expected to slow in Q3
News Story 2 minute read
11 September 2025 - Fort Collins, CO, United States
Chilean terminal invests in MH equipment
News Story 1 minute read
11 September 2025 - Biobío, Chile
BSL Battery expands into Japan
News Story 1 minute read
11 September 2025 - Tokyo, Japan
Movers & Shakers
News Story 1 minute read
Andries Retief, DHL
Michael Simms, ICHCA Australia
11 September 2025
Skypod system deployed in Eastern Europe
News Story 1 minute read
11 September 2025 - Zakroczym, Poland
Brazilian partnership to promote hydrogen-power in MH
News Story 1 minute read
11 September 2025 - Sao Paulo, Brazil
Briefs
News Story 1 minute read
Greentech brings 8T Li-ion forklift to India
New trainees start with KAUP
Logistics battery provider secures new funding
11 September 2025
Kesla Oyj names South African distributor
News Story 1 minute read
11 September 2025 - White River, South Africa
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Movers & Shakers
Andries Retief Andries Retief
Chief development officer, DHL
Director, ICHCA Australia
CEO, TVH
Sales and operations director, Logitrans A/S
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Even the heaviest lifts must be easy to handle. That’s why N.C. Nielsen raises the bar in lifting capacity, maneuverability, operator comfort, flexibility and technical capabilities.
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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.

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Combilift Ltd
Manufactures world class 4-way Handling Solutions
Upcoming in the editorial calendar
MANAGING MIXED FLEETS
Oct 2025
ASSET FINANCE
Nov 2025

The Battery Show and EV Tech Expo returns to Detroit on October 6–9, 2025, at Huntington Place. Explore 1,300+ suppliers, cutting-edge technologies, expert-led sessions, and valuable networking opportunities. Don’t miss this must-attend event for battery and EV innovation.

[JOIN US] 

Use promo code FORK for FREE expo registration & $100 off conference pricing.

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

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Fact of the week
At the opening ceremony of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1932, marching bands were instructed to walk out of step as they crossed the bridge. This unusual directive was given as a precaution due to concerns about the bridge's structural integrity during its early use.

Even the heaviest lifts must be easy to handle. That’s why N.C. Nielsen raises the bar in lifting capacity, maneuverability, operator comfort, flexibility and technical capabilities.
Heavy duty reach stackers – lifting capacity from 85 to 180 tons.
VIEW ALL OUR CUSTOM-BUILT HEAVY DUTY REACH STACKERS

Contact us now: +45 99 83 83 83 - www.nc-nielsen.com

Showcased in the Virtual Expo

XQ360 with SLAMXQ by Collective Intelligence Group
XQ360 with SLAMXQ
Collective Intelligence Group

Industrial processes in paper and waste processing involves strapped bale handling and de-wiring. Durwen provides the smart solution for the industry, with its fully Durwen designed and made de-wiring bale clamp. Expensive factory part equipment was needed yesterday - use the smart solution from Durwen in future!

Check out our new website and get in touch with us today! 

Product and service backup MADE IN GERMANY!
You might want to check out our service portal as well – it backs you up 24/7!

PREMIUM business

Combilift Ltd
Manufactures world class 4-way Handling Solutions
Upcoming in the editorial calendar
MANAGING MIXED FLEETS
Oct 2025
ASSET FINANCE
Nov 2025

The Battery Show and EV Tech Expo returns to Detroit on October 6–9, 2025, at Huntington Place. Explore 1,300+ suppliers, cutting-edge technologies, expert-led sessions, and valuable networking opportunities. Don’t miss this must-attend event for battery and EV innovation.

[JOIN US] 

Use promo code FORK for FREE expo registration & $100 off conference pricing.

Fact of the week
At the opening ceremony of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1932, marching bands were instructed to walk out of step as they crossed the bridge. This unusual directive was given as a precaution due to concerns about the bridge's structural integrity during its early use.
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

Even the heaviest lifts must be easy to handle. That’s why N.C. Nielsen raises the bar in lifting capacity, maneuverability, operator comfort, flexibility and technical capabilities.
Heavy duty reach stackers – lifting capacity from 85 to 180 tons.
VIEW ALL OUR CUSTOM-BUILT HEAVY DUTY REACH STACKERS

Contact us now: +45 99 83 83 83 - www.nc-nielsen.com

Showcased in the Virtual Expo

XQ360 with SLAMXQ by Collective Intelligence Group
XQ360 with SLAMXQ
Collective Intelligence Group

Industrial processes in paper and waste processing involves strapped bale handling and de-wiring. Durwen provides the smart solution for the industry, with its fully Durwen designed and made de-wiring bale clamp. Expensive factory part equipment was needed yesterday - use the smart solution from Durwen in future!

Check out our new website and get in touch with us today! 

Product and service backup MADE IN GERMANY!
You might want to check out our service portal as well – it backs you up 24/7!