The UK Material Handling Association (UKMHA) has expanded its board with the appointment of a new director. Gillian Reed is Managing Director of STILL Material Handling UK, a post she has held for the past three years. Promoted from within, Ms Reed was formerly Service and Operations Director where she had been responsible for leading the development of the service team under STILL’s sales and service network, prior to two decades in the Retail Banking sector.
This article was first published in the August 15th 2025 issue of Warehouse & Logistics News, subscribe to the magazine by clicking here
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Irish-based manufacturer Combilift, a global leader in multi-directional and customised handling solutions, has been awarded the prestigious Red Dot Award for Product Design 2025 for its Combi-CB70E, high-capacity, electric-powered multidirectional forklift, developed to meet the needs of heavy-duty, long-load handling in more sustainable ways. The Red Dot Award, one of the most internationally renowned design competitions, recognises excellence in design quality and innovation, and is no stranger to Combilift’s exceptional vision in shaping the future of the Commercial Vehicles Industry. This award completes a hat trick for Combilift who previously won a Red Dot for the Combi-WR and ‘Best of the Best’ for the Combi-CB4. Combilift’s Combi-CB70E impressed the international jury with its new ergonomic design, environmental credentials, and ability to enhance operator comfort and productivity in demanding industrial settings.
Clark Europe and Zeppelin Polska Sp. z o.o. have signed a cooperation agreement. With this strategic partnership, the manufacturer of industrial trucks aims to further expand its presence on the Polish market, and at the same time strengthen its position as a major supplier of industrial trucks in Europe. Zeppelin Polska belongs to Zeppelin Group which offers comprehensive solutions in the construction, agriculture, recycling, energy and industry sectors: from machine sales and service to rental and project solutions as well as engineering, plant construction and drive systems.
In an industry where huge unmet demand exists for affordable, reliable forklift trucks, a brand-new solution has entered the scene, offering SMEs an alternative to the used forklift truck market. HCUK, the exclusive Hangcha distributor in the UK since 2012, has announced the launch of Breeze, a brand-new range of entry-level electric forklift trucks under the well-respected Hangcha brand. Exclusively available through HCUK – an Aprolis UK company – the Breeze range marks a significant step towards widening access to reliable, high-quality equipment for budget-conscious buyers.
Hyster has introduced an affordable, new compact pallet stacker. The lithium-ion battery powered Hyster® SC1.2 pallet stacker is designed to provide a cost-effective method for moving everyday loads on open pallets in stock rooms or on general manufacturing sites. The lithium-ion battery is a key feature of the new stacker, which has a lifting capacity up to 1200kg.
It is excellent to witness the breadth of innovation in the forklift trucks sector, helping keep logistics moving.
George Simpson
Features Editor
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