Davies Turner enhances Heathrow hub with major MHE investment
The fleet has been upgraded with seven electric forklifts, three reach trucks, and one battery-changing truck.
Davies Turner Air Cargo has enhanced its Heathrow logistics hub with a major investment in material handling equipment (MHE).
This strategic upgrade by one of the UK’s largest independent air freight and logistics businesses focuses on improving operational efficiency and safety, underscoring its commitment to industry-leading standards, according to an official release from Davies Turner.
The fleet of material handling equipment has been upgraded with seven electric forklift trucks, three reach trucks, and one battery-changing truck, all equipped with advanced batteries and chargers.
The 11 vehicles, sourced from the Bobcat MHE range, have been leased from Rushlift, a major national supplier of multi-brand material handling and ground support equipment. Davies Turner Air Cargo has maintained a partnership with Rushlift for nearly 30 years, mentions the official release.
“As part of one of the UK’s leading freight and logistics businesses, Davies Turner Air Cargo is always striving to improve our operational capabilities and the safety of our workforce," says Oliver Simmons, General Manager, Heathrow Services at Davies Turner Air Cargo.
"This investment in cutting-edge MHE technology at our Heathrow facility is a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence in the logistics industry. We are confident that these upgrades will enhance our service delivery, ensuring that we continue to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients.”
The new MHE fleet is set to ensure Davies Turner Air Cargo's Heathrow hub maintains peak performance, effectively handling rising demand and increasing operational complexities, the release added.
Key innovations in the new MHE fleet include perimeter proximity lights that enhance visibility and safety in crowded or low-light environments, paired with flat LED chevron strip lights on the counterweights, and fork cameras, additionally, each truck is equipped with a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) beacon.
Andrew Gazzard, Key Account Manager, Rushlift adds: “Working with Davies Turner over many years has enabled a true working relationship to develop, affording a greater understanding of ever-changing needs.
“Its commitment to ensuring it has the most up-to-date reliable and safe equipment, along with around-the-clock support has meant that with our flexible and consultative approach to business, our long partnership continues to thrive.
“We are pleased to introduce the new Bobcat range of forklift trucks along with recently launched safety innovations from our partners FTC, and where suitable, to supply equipment outside of the Bobcat portfolio with confidence.”
