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November 2024

Posted on by David Priestman

The November 2024 issue of Logistics Business magazine: Exclusive content spanning the international supply chain and warehousing sector. We have exclusive features on AI in the supply chain, supply chain software, automated storage and retrieval systems for retail fulfilment, hydrogen fuel for HGV lorries, electric vehicles, vehicle restaint systems in the loading bay, weighing technology for air cargo, parcel barcode readers, choosing the right software vendor, hybrid fulfilment, ergonomic picking, robotic picking, miniload and shuttle crane systems, roller conveyors, vertical storage, automated warehousing, forklift brands, automated loading systems, industrial doors, packaging automation, fashion containers and stretch wrapping.

Plus hard-hitting interviews, site visits and case studies with Auchan, Ocado, IFS, Koerber, Zebra, Manhattan Associates, TGW, Itoh Denki, Modula, Bobcat, Joloda, Sparck, Dachser, Mecalux and more.

November 2024

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App May Prevent Supply Chain Delays from EU Biometric System

Posted on by David Priestman
As the EU prepares to implement its new biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) on November 10, 2024, logistics experts are voicing concerns about potential delays at border crossings. The EES, which will require all non-EU citizens to register their biometric data, could significantly impact the movement of goods, especially for UK haulage operations.

The Need for a Pre-Registration Solution

To mitigate these potential delays, industry leaders are advocating for the development of a mobile app or web-based platform that would allow travelers, including freight drivers, to pre-register their biometric data before reaching the border. Such a tool could streamline border processing, reducing congestion and ensuring that goods continue to move efficiently through the supply chain.

Potential Features of the Proposed App

The proposed app would likely enable users to securely upload their biometric information, receive confirmation of successful registration, and access real-time updates on border wait times. This pre-registration system could be crucial in avoiding the significant delays anticipated with the manual collection of biometric data at border points.

Urgency from the Logistics Sector

With the EES deadline approaching, logistics stakeholders are urging EU authorities to prioritize the development of this app. The industry, already grappling with ongoing supply chain challenges, fears that without such a solution, the new biometric requirements could exacerbate delays, particularly during the high-demand holiday season.

As November draws near, the logistics sector is closely watching for the adoption of innovative solutions like the proposed app to ensure the smooth flow of goods across UK-EU borders. The success of this initiative could be key to preventing widespread disruptions in supply chain operations caused by the new biometric entry system.

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