Logistics Business Conversations

By Logistics Business Publishing

Logistics Business Conversations, are monthly, topical and exclusive talks with key informative spokespeople from the supply chain industry.

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January 05, 2026 Revolutionizing Logistics with Reusable Packaging
In this episode of Logistics Business Conversations, host Peter MacLeod is joined by Jason Lee, General Manager of Europe for ALSCO, to explore the transformative impact of reusable packaging in logistics. Discover how ALSCO's innovative pooling service is driving sustainability, reducing carbon footprints, and enhancing supply chain efficiency. Tune in to learn about the challenges and opportunities in adopting circular economy principles and the future of logistics packaging.
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December 08, 2025 Transforming Supply Chains with AI and Innovation
Join Peter MacLeod and Sjoerd Eekelaar from CargoON as they discuss the future of logistics. Discover how AI is transforming supply chains, tackling driver shortages, and enhancing sustainability. Learn practical steps for businesses to embrace digital innovation and thrive in a changing industry.
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22min
December 01, 2025 A Milestone in Forklifts and Heavy Handling
In this edition, host Peter MacLeod speaks with Martin McVicar, co-founder of Combilift. The conversation highlights the company's journey, celebrating the production of their 100,000th truck, a golden vehicle raffled to support UNICEF.

Martin shares insights into Combilift's evolution from a startup to a global leader in multi-directional forklifts, emphasising their commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions. The discussion covers Combilift's strategic growth in niche markets, including warehousing and data centres, and their focus on safety with pedestrian forklifts. Martin recounts the company's origins, his engineering background, and the challenges faced in the early days. The episode concludes with Martin's reflections on Combilift's success, their ongoing expansion into new markets, and their dedication to providing value through innovative products and services.
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21min
November 24, 2025 Exploring Robotic Fulfillment in Modern Warehouses
In this episode of "Logistics Business Conversations," host Peter MacLeod sits down with Dr. Yaro Tenzer, co-founder and CEO of Right Hand Robotics. They delve into the innovative technologies that Right Hand Robotics is pioneering, focusing on enabling robots to manipulate everyday objects with precision and reliability.

Dr. Tenzer shares insights into the company's approach to automation in high-throughput warehouses, particularly in e-commerce, and discusses the challenges and future potential of robotic technology in logistics. The conversation highlights the importance of AI and machine vision in driving efficiency and reliability in fulfillment operations, offering a glimpse into the future of automated warehousing.
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23min
November 17, 2025 Revolutionising Warehouses - The Rise of Autonomous Mobile Robots
In this episode of Logistics Business Conversations, the discussion centres around the transformative role of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) in warehouse automation. Denis Niezgoda, Chief Commercial Officer of Locus Robotics, explains the advantages of AMRs over traditional Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), highlighting their flexibility and ability to operate without additional infrastructure.

The conversation delves into the benefits of AMRs, such as their adaptability to existing warehouse processes and their potential to scale automation according to business needs. The episode also explores the innovative subscription model, Robots as a Service, which allows businesses to adjust their automation levels dynamically. With insights into the integration of AI and the future growth of Locus Robotics, this episode provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of warehouse automation.
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19min
November 10, 2025 Loading Automation Trends and Takeaways for 2026
In this episode of Logistics Business Conversations, Peter MacLeod engages in a compelling discussion with Wouter Satijn, CRO and co-owner of Joloda HydraRoll. This episode delves into the transformative power of automated loading and unloading systems, highlighting how Joloda is tackling the persistent challenges of manual operations in warehouses and discussing key trends in the warehouse and loading bay area.
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November 03, 2025 Boosting Warehouse Throughput with Automation and Integrated WMS
In this episode of Logistics Business Conversations hosted by Peter MacLeod, the focus is on Konecranes and their innovative Agilon product. Stephen Grundy, Agilon Business Development Manager, discusses the evolution of Konecranes from their traditional big crane products to their new automation business line, highlighting the Agilon system's benefits in warehouse automation.
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16min
October 27, 2025 Forklift Future: Safety, Innovation & Logistics
In this special edition of Logistics Business Conversations, Peter MacLeod interviews Louise Inglese, founder and CEO of GenieGrips, about forklift safety and innovative solutions in logistics. Louise explains that forklifts, while essential, pose significant risks in warehouses, including tip-overs, pedestrian collisions, and load slips. GenieGrips’ core product, the GenieGrips Mat, addresses load slipping, particularly with steel products, reducing accidents caused by sudden stops or turns.
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October 19, 2025 Building Logistics Infrastructure for Tomorrow
In this episode of Logistics Business Conversations, host Peter MacLeod engages with Paul Weston, Regional Head at Prologis UK, to explore the evolving landscape of logistics infrastructure. The discussion centers on Prologis' strategic initiatives to meet the current and future needs of warehouse occupiers. Paul highlights Prologis' significant role in the UK, where 2.5% of the nation's GDP flows through their facilities. The conversation delves into the company's flagship project at the Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal (DIRFT), a multimodal logistics hub that exemplifies sustainable development with its 100% electric, BREEAM Outstanding-rated buildings.
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34min
October 12, 2025 Turning Challenges into Opportunities in Logistics Automation
In this episode of Logistics Business Conversations, host Peter McLeod sits down with Alex Christopher, Automation Sales Manager for Mecalux UK, to explore the evolving landscape of warehouse automation. Recorded live at the IMHX logistics studio, the discussion delves into the major challenges facing logistics operators today — from workforce reliability and retention to health and safety and order accuracy — and how automation is helping businesses overcome them. According to Christopher, many companies are now “dipping their toe” into automation, exploring what’s possible to address these recurring issues and improve operational efficiency.
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