Features - October | November 08

Loadlift welcomes next-generation Nissan 1F4 Series November will see the arrival of the first shipment of the new Nissan 1F4 Series 3.5–5 tonne petrol/LPG and diesel forklifts.
These new machines take all the features of the popular FO4 forklifts and advance into new levels of performance and durability that reflect Nissan’s 50 years of automotive engineering experience. Most importantly, this new series delivers significantly reduced emission levels across the range. read article

Logistics & Technology: Human Resources - The people factor in managing change in your workplace Today’s current economic environment can be challenging. With petrol prices at an all-time high and interest rates not far behind, companies are having to carefully rethink how they do business read article

Freight & Distribution: Environmental Awareness : Energy solutions that won’t cost the earth Exide Technologies can help businesses make an informed choice on the best energy solution, both commercially and for the environment. Their motive power products can help minimise the global impact of your business. read article

Materials Handling: Storage Solutions : Liens and the Mercantile Law Act Simply put, a lien is the right to hold property belonging to someone else, until a claim is satisfi ed. For example, when you bring your car to the garage to be repaired, the garage has the right to retain possession of your car until you have paid the bill read article

Guest Editorial: Brooke Anderson The control of agriculture has passed to large firms in the name of ‘economy of scale’. But what happens to corporate margins when the cost of sending cattle triples? The price goes up. It could (in theory) go up so much that having a small farm will become viable again. read article

News:
A new era in lift trucks for New Zealand The JCB Teletruk – all the rage in Europe
Applicants vie for Sea Change money 18 expressions of interest received for allocations from the $6 million available for domestic seafreight

Industry Associations: Average never wins : Rachel Harvie returned home from the Australian RWTA (Refrigerated Warehouse and Transporters Association) conference full of the enthusiasm that often comes with the sharing of ideas at such events.read article

MHL Update: The evolution of warehousing practices at MHL 2009 The materials handling, warehousing and logistics trade show will be an interactive showcase of the evolution of warehousing practices in New Zealand. read article

Round the globe: Road Tolls: With the current kerfuffle over road tolls in New Zealand, it is worth remembering that there are reasons other than funding for road charges. One of the principal candidates is combating the curse of congestion. read article

It’s all about our people … being creative!
Our employees are our most valuable asset, right? Sure, but the creativity of our employees makes them even more valuable! But how do we attract and retain the right employees, and how do we keep them motivated to use their creativity read article

Beyond Graduation: Vicki Phelps: “The application of real work experiences to my projects has not only lent them authenticity, but also helped me gain a deeper understanding of the transport and logistics scene as a whole.” read article

Coastal recognition a highlight for Rod Grout: After 12 years as president of the New Zealand Shipping Federation, Rod Grout stepped down this year, highly satisfied with the government’s decision to support coastal shipping with $36 million in funding over the next four years. read article

Upgrading human resource software in logistics management Walter Glass: "While leading companies invest heavily in upgrading their human resource management skills base, the majority are reluctant participants". read article