ORBIS Unveils XPRESSBULK

Food Logistics interviews ORBIS at ProMat.

July 15, 2019

ORBIS Corporation

Food Logistics editor Lara Sowinski speaks with Mike Ludka of ORBIS at ProMat. The company unveiled its latest product, XPRESSBULK, demonstrating to attendees that it is retail safe. Whether you're a small or a large company, ORBIS has the right fit for you.

New Year, new editor, same quality content

Food Logistics is happy to announce Marina Mayer as its new editor-in-chief.

Freight Outlook Tonnage 300x300

Why now’s the time for shippers to evaluate expert help

Overall U.S. freight outlook tonnage will rise nearly 25% and revenues from that freight will surge above 70% over the next decade

Thriving in the Cold

Thriving in the Cold

Integrating Building Design, Automation and Management to Improve Cold Storage Efficiency

Robb Mac Kie

Robb MacKie named vice-chair of NAM’s Council of Manufacturing Associations

The American Bakers Association and the National Association of Manufacturers have announced the ABA president and CEO Robb MacKie has been named as the vice-chair of the NAM's Council of Manufacturing Associations.

Adult Arrival Businessman 429248

Sysco's latest leadership changes will accelerate development

The board of directors has unanimously elected Kevin Hourican as the company’s new president and chief executive officer, starting on February 1, 2020.

People Having Pizza During Break Time 3184342

Domino’s breaks ground for supply chain center

Domino's is building a supply chain center in Katy, Texas.

Patrick Coughlin

Kane Is Able hires veteran logistics industry executives

Kane Is Able Inc. has named veteran logistics industry executives to lead its operations team.

Jim Sterbenz

Turkey Hill appoints Jim Sterbenz as chief commercial officer

In this newly created role, Sterbenz will oversee all commercial operations at Turkey Hill, including sales, consumer marketing, and product development.

Businessman Collaborate Collaboration 872957

NRF names new chairman, board members

The National Retail Federation announced that Qurate Retail Inc. president and CEO Mike George has been elected chairman of the NRF Board of Directors.

Keith Thomasb

Stater Bros. Markets promotes Keith Thomas to executive vice president retail operations

Keith Thomas has been promoted to the position of executive vice president of retail operations for Stater Bros. Markets.

Abundance Agriculture Arranged 2733918

H-E-B named top US grocer in the 2020 dunnhumby Retailer Preference Index

For the first time, H-E-B was rated the top U.S. grocery retailer bumping Trader Joe’s from the top spot which the discounter has held the last two years.

Green Giant

Church Brothers Farms acquires Green Giant Fresh

Church Brothers Farms has acquired the Green Giant Fresh value-added vegetable business from Growers Express.

Architecture Blur Building 257636

Toshiba creating 40 jobs in Horn Lake with distribution center opening

The new location will allow the company to expand its distribution capabilities to meet increasing client demand.

Abundance Agriculture Arranged 2733918

Albertsons Companies Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results

Albertsons Companies, Inc. reported results for the third quarter of fiscal 2019.

Aisle Cart Commerce 1005638

Lidl US to Build a $100 Million Distribution Center in Atlanta

Grocery retailer Lidl will construct a $100 million regional distribution center in Newton county, Georgia.

Thriving in the Cold

Thriving in the Cold

Integrating Building Design, Automation and Management to Improve Cold Storage Efficiency

Wooden Pallets 1684989

Pallets Market Set to Hit $95 Billion by 2029

Significant demand generated from manufacturers and retailers are driving sales of pallets in the global market.

Abundance Agriculture Arranged 2733918

Long Island Will Receive 50 Lidl Stores

The company's first two locations in West Babylon and Center Moriches, New York opened on Dec. 11 and will open another in Huntington, New York this week.

Architecture Building Empty 236705 (1)

Dematic and Dot Foods Team Up for Fully Automated Warehouse

The new 117,000 square-foot facility will be a key strategic asset for Dot Food's frozen food distribution, providing new efficiencies and a path for future growth.

Corn Cropland Crops 96715

AeroFarms to Build Indoor Vertical Farm in Virginia

AeroFarms is investing $42 million to build a 150,000-square-foot indoor vertical farm in Danville, Virginia.

Abundance Apples Delicious 2449665

Amazon's New Grocery Store May Open in February

The grocery store is reportedly still undergoing renovation and Amazon has yet to obtain a license to sell alcohol.

Photo Brother Solutions Warehouse Sr

Food Logistics Operators Turn to Advanced DSD Solutions and Mobile Printers as a Game Changer for Supply Chain Visibility

Food logistics operators turn to advanced DSD solutions and mobile printers as a game changer for supply chain visibility.

Elevate D I A Xc7 D Wp Q Unsplash

Wegman Plans for $175 Million Warehouse in Virginia

The center will create 700 jobs.

Aisle Cart Commerce 1005638

Ahold Delhaize Plans to Expand Supply Chain

Ahold Delhaize is investing $480 million over the next three years to grow its U.S. supply chain operations to better serve its supermarket and e-commerce businesses.

Abundance Agriculture Arranged 2733918

Albertsons Companies and Takeoff Technologies Develop Partnership Focused on the Future of Grocery E-Commerce

The two companies have decided to form a strategic partnership with dedicated teams to collaborate on the evolution of microfulfillment capabilities to drive the future of e-commerce order fulfillment.

Impossible Foods [1]

Plant-Based Meat Labeling Standards Released

The Plant Based Foods Association has released the first-of-its kind standard for labeling plant-based meat alternatives.

Getty Images 884039266 Pot Leaf

Hemp Sales Likely to Improve With Rise in Demand for Nutritional Hemp-Based Foods

Growing consumption of Hemp infused food items such as cooking oil, dairy alternative, flour, and salad dressings are anticipated to fuel the market growth.