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Category Archive: The Graham Archer Column

Running for Government…should it be a novel experience?

Running for Government…should it be a novel experience?

May 07, 2015 hnuser The Graham Archer Column Comments Off on Running for Government…should it be a novel experience?

“It could be argued that the Government we have today, with a few notable exceptions,” says Graham Archer, “is composed of novice drivers you wouldn’t let loose around your house.”...
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Reflecting on the M50

Reflecting on the M50

Mar 09, 2015 hnuser The Graham Archer Column Comments Off on Reflecting on the M50

Graham Archer maintains that the M50 is a wonderful place to go to exercise the mind…or to search for solutions to the problems that beset us. Not to mention contemplating monument to our national...
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Graham Archer’s A-Z guide to the Body Politic

Graham Archer’s A-Z guide to the Body Politic

Jan 12, 2015 hnuser The Graham Archer Column Comments Off on Graham Archer’s A-Z guide to the Body Politic

Inspired by Handling Network’s annual A-Z of forklift trucks – and mindful of recent events – Graham Archer finally succumbs to the temptation to view our politicians on a similar scale. Read...
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Is Irish Water in too deep?   

Is Irish Water in too deep?   

Oct 29, 2014 hnuser The Graham Archer Column Comments Off on Is Irish Water in too deep?   

Irish Water has Graham Archer’s sympathy. “From the outset, theirs was an impossible task,” he says. “They don’t deserve the ridicule that will be heaped upon them.”...
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Questions of Accountability

Questions of Accountability

Sep 03, 2014 hnuser The Graham Archer Column Comments Off on Questions of Accountability

“In recent times, we have experienced a litany of failings from people at the top in public life,” says Graham Archer. “Is this the fault of a system that tolerates poor standards…or is it...
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Gobshites and Glory

Gobshites and Glory

Jul 02, 2014 hnuser The Graham Archer Column Comments Off on Gobshites and Glory

“Why do we elect some of these people to the glory of high office?” asks Graham Archer. “Is it really possible that we can be won over by an air-brushed poster photograph and a meaningless...
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The Art of Ticking Boxes

The Art of Ticking Boxes

Apr 30, 2014 hnuser The Graham Archer Column Comments Off on The Art of Ticking Boxes

Today, in the process of winning Government contracts, there is no ‘inside track’, writes Graham Archer. Everything is above board, open and transparent, so every company has an equal...
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Eliminate the Impediments!

Eliminate the Impediments!

Mar 04, 2014 hnuser The Graham Archer Column Comments Off on Eliminate the Impediments!

Graham Archer takes pen to paper and suggests that too often we put impediments in the way of doing good business. “We need to step outside the confines of our office and look upon our operations...
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FULL STEAM AHEAD

FULL STEAM AHEAD

Jan 09, 2014 hnuser The Graham Archer Column Comments Off on FULL STEAM AHEAD

“Despite the economic woes that have washed up on our shores, the materials handling industry has shown the resilience and strength required to withstand these setbacks…and to present a confident...
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JUST DON’T START!

JUST DON’T START!

Oct 29, 2013 hnuser The Graham Archer Column Comments Off on JUST DON’T START!

“Never start something you can’t finish,” says Graham Archer. When the call for Government action is heard on some piffling issue, why, he asks, can it not stand firm instead of buckling under...
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Logistics expects downturn, but sees itself prepared for it

Logistics expects downturn, but sees itself prepared for it

For the Trend Index for transport logistic, being held in Munich from May 9 to 12, 2023, more than 2,500 service providers, shippers and suppliers gave their assessment of the situation in an online...
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Arvato Supply Chain Solutions installs new intelligent robot depalletizer in warehouse

Arvato Supply Chain Solutions installs new...

Logistics Execs See 2023 Recession – Likely or Certain – Most still committed to net-zero, emerging markets plans despite bleak outlook

Logistics Execs See 2023 Recession – Likely...

PALFINGER:  Compact Crawler Crane Enhances Salzburg Soccer Experience

PALFINGER: Compact Crawler Crane Enhances...

In a time of global crisis, how to reduce costs in the supply chain – Yale

In a time of global crisis, how to reduce costs...

Handling

Hiab launches the new 135 tm range loader crane — EFFER iQ.1400 HP

Hiab launches the new 135 tm range loader crane — EFFER iQ.1400 HP

Hiab, part of Cargotec, launches EFFER iQ.1400 HP, a super heavy loader crane equipped with the advanced control system SPACEevo for improved productivity and safer operations. The size and vertical performance of the new loader crane make it ideal for operations in metropolitan areas.  The EFFER...
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Narrow Aisle Ltd (Flexi Truck VNA) announces record turnover

Narrow Aisle Ltd (Flexi Truck VNA) announces...

Euro News

  • PALFINGER:  Compact Crawler Crane Enhances Salzburg Soccer Experience
    PALFINGER: Compact Crawler Crane Enhances Salzburg Soccer...

    Low clearances, tight spaces — special requirements...
  • cargo-partner: Opens iLogistics Center at Ljubljana Airport
    cargo-partner: Opens iLogistics Center at Ljubljana Airport

    On Thursday, December 15, cargo-partner hosted a customer...

Global

  • Logistics expects downturn, but sees itself prepared for it
    Logistics expects downturn, but sees itself prepared for it

    For the Trend Index for transport logistic, being held in...
  • Deutsche Post DHL Group is one of the world’s leading companies integrating refugees
    Deutsche Post DHL Group is one of the world’s leading...

    Deutsche Post DHL Group (DPDHL Group) ranks second among...

UK News

  • Miniclipper Logistics’ Sales Director Jayne Masters retires after 31 years
    Miniclipper Logistics’ Sales Director Jayne Masters...

    Jayne Masters has retired after three decades with...
  • A Day in the Life at Jungheinrich: Pamela Eaves & Frances Tebbutt
    A Day in the Life at Jungheinrich: Pamela Eaves &...

    In celebration of International Women’s Day, meet two...

Safety News

  • Industry Training Services (ITS) now open for business in Dublin
    Industry Training Services (ITS) now open for business in...

    Northern Ireland-based provider of specialised training...
  • Guidance aims to reduce entrapments and crushing incidents
    Guidance aims to reduce entrapments and crushing incidents

    Revised safety guidance has been published explaining how...
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