Category: Order Announcements
In this section you will find details of recently won projects
09 June 2025
Seeking a more robust PDA solution that would support fulfilment operations, KMS turned to mobile computing experts TouchStar, for expert guidance and support. Read More >>
17 April 2025
Morgan Fuels is one of the fastest growing fuel companies in Europe. The company provides fuel card services, bulk fuels, lubricants and capital equipment to commercial, agricultural, retail and domestic customers throughout Ireland and the UK. Established in 1981 the business has organically grown to become one of largest supplier of fuels in Ireland. Read about their adoption of Touchstar's Fuelstar system to optimise deliveries. Read More >>
18 February 2025
Houghtons of London select ‘PODStar’ from Touchstar Technologies to transform their distribution operation. are a family run national supplier of fresh fruit, vegetables, dairy, frozen and dried goods, to over 500 individual clients daily.The company operates from a custom built, fully refrigerated 7,000 square foot distribution centre in located in Croydon. Click to read full story. Read More >>
23 September 2024
A press release on how Sarah Raven are using the Honeywell ED52 to secure game changing efficiency improvements. Read More >>
12 August 2024
Fuels Transport & Logistics Ltd (FTL) provides integrated supply chain distribution services to the UK fuels market, boasting long-term contracts with some of the country’s biggest blue-chip companies. FTL has been working with TouchStar Technologies, a leading supplier of mobile data capture systems to the Fuel Logistics sector, to automate key business processes associated with distributing its products to customers. Read More >>
29 July 2024
With the continuous aim of further optimising their delivery service, leading fuel supplier Carr’s Billington recently began investigating the potential benefits of investing in a new platform of mobile hardware and software to guide drivers throughout their working day and to replace the legacy paper-based systems. After an exhaustive selection process, the company selected the ‘Fuelstar’ system from Manchester-based TouchStar Technologies. Read More >>
27 June 2024
Curveball Leisure needed a solution to boost productivity and transparency in their picking and put-away processes. TouchStar recommended the rugged Zebra TC21, designed for flexibility and efficiency. Read More >>
05 April 2024
British Sugar were looking to provide a blueprint for a group CCTV upgrade, supporting the monitoring and analytics of people, vehicle movements and assets. Read More >>
26 February 2024
ELIQUO HYDROK select TouchStar for a rollout of the latest rugged tablets and handheld computing devices to secure stock visibility improvements. Read More >>
11 December 2023
An order announcement covering P&B Foods expansion of their data capture operations with the support of TouchStar. Read More >>
20 September 2023
Voestalpine Metsec plc is the UK’s largest specialist cold roll-forming company providing products for the construction and manufacturing industries. The company focus is on adding value through expert design, precision manufacturing and on-time in-full product delivery. The search for a ‘best of breed’ delivery and tracking system led the Metsec management team to adopt the PODStar system from Manchester-based TouchStar Technologies. Read More >>
13 September 2023
Calor Ireland are the leading supplier and distributor of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in Ireland, allowing customers who are located off the natural gas grid use LPG gas for power in their homes and businesses. The company is expert in LPG procurement and commissioning, bulk gas storage, cylinder filling and storage, LPG transport and delivery, installation and maintenance. Following an internal review, Calor Ireland identified a requirement to replace the legacy ePOD system. As a leading-edge technology developer, Touchstar already had many years of investment in offering Android-based mobile computing solutions as the natural successor to the Windows-based systems. Read about the implementation. Read More >>
12 September 2023
100+ Logistics are a general logistics provider based in Kirby-in-Ashfield. The company’s central location near Junction 28 of the M1 means that it is able to serve all areas of the UK. A large fleet of Mercedes vans and dedicated drivers provide a fast and reliable service that has enabled the company to acquire an enviable customer service reputation. After extensive research and evaluation of the latest available technologies, the management team at 100+ Logistics have commissioned an electronic proof of delivery system from Manchester-based Touchstar Technologies. Read More >>
12 May 2023
UK-based rugged mobile computing providers, TouchStar Technologies, is pleased to announce that Nymas Group, specialist providers of accessible washroom solutions, have selected TouchStar for a mobile computer refresh. The upgrade will see the business upgrade their existing handheld PDA’s with the latest, rugged devices for real time productivity and efficiency gains. Read More >>
12 May 2023
UK-based rugged mobile computing providers, TouchStar Technologies, is pleased to announce that NGF Europe Limited (NGFE), one of the World’s leading manufacturers of specialised reinforcement cord products has selected TouchStar for a third-generation RFID technology refresh. The upgrade will see the business upgrade their existing data capture technology with the latest, future proof rugged mobile computers enabling real time accuracy and control of their production processes. Read More >>
09 May 2023
In total, the current DCC workforce comprises approximately 215 dedicated employees who, with strong local and international relations, supply private consumers, businesses and the public sector with a wide range of energy products. DCC Energi are also behind the Shell filling stations in Denmark and at the same time supply a large number of Danish airports with fuel. Flexibility lay at the heart of DCC Energi's decision to use TouchStar as their in-cab solution. Read the story in full. Read More >>
25 April 2023
Carnegie began its relationship with TouchStar in 2017 when they were looking for an improvement to their paper ticketing system. Carnegie Fuels adopted software from Fuelsoft as their back-end administration package and utilised Touchstar’s Fuelstar app and Windows-based Hawk devices to provide a real-time data feed from the vehicle fleet. TouchStar has now been commissioned to upgrade the entire Carnegie fleet from the Windows operating system to Android. Read More >>
27 February 2023
UK-based rugged mobile computing providers, TouchStar Technologies, is pleased to announce that Silver Mushroom, the family run, premium online kitchen and homeware retailer has selected TouchStar for a mobile computer refresh. The upgrade will see the business upgrade their existing picking operations with the latest, rugged devices for real time stock visibility and control. Read More >>
31 January 2023
Established nearly 100 years ago in 1926, Manx Petroleum is a privately owned Company operating in the Isle of Man. The Company continues to invest for the long term future of being a leading supplier of fuel products to a unique and diverse island. When evaluating any third party solution, the Manx Petroleum management are focused on systems that can complement and further enhance their existing business practices. A thorough evaluation of the Fuelstar software and Touchstar’s integration & support capabilities convinced the management team that the Manchester-based organisation were the natural choice. Read more about the system adoption. Read More >>
30 January 2023
HD Group is one of the fastest growing providers of end-to-end logistical solutions. Headquartered in Doncaster, the privately owned company has already become one of the largest independent Freight Forwarding Company supporting companies on both a national and international scale. Read More >>
09 December 2022
Suckling Transport has been trading for more than 80 years, specialising in the provision of petroleum tanker haulage services. Suckling’s management team have recently decided to adopt the Touchstar ‘FuelStar’ EPOD system in order to digitize the drivers workflow for each day. Read More >>
29 November 2022
Touchstar are delighted to announce the award of a substantial order from major client Certas Energy to upgrade their tanker fleet to the latest Cloud based control center system utilizing the Android-based in cab tablets. Read More >>
14 June 2022
UK-based manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, TouchStar Technologies, is pleased to announce that educational resource specialists, Findel Education, has selected TouchStar to support a new “hands free” technology upgrade to their warehouse picking operation. Read More >>
17 August 2021
The Bread Factory’s declared mission is "giving more people better access to the best-quality baked goods”. This strategic aim means the constant examination of business practices and fine-tuning efficiency throughout the distribution process. Despite the sophistication of the baking operation, many elements of the distribution process remained paper-based and the company took the decision to invest substantially in upgrading core IT systems & selected 'PODStar' from Touchstar Technologies
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21 May 2021
UK-based manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, TouchStar Technologies, is pleased to announce that Fragrance Oils, global experts in the manufacture of perfumery essences, has selected their TS8200 handheld mobile computer as part of a real time upgrade to their picking and put away operations. Read More >>
19 November 2020
Following a £9million investment in a brand new cold storage facility in Portadown Northern Ireland, Carn Coldstore, a leading provider of temperature-controlled services, has selected TouchStar’s TS82handheld mobile computer to support real time data capture within their order picking processes. Read More >>
15 September 2020
New Wave sought a system that would optimise its delivery operations. After an extensive and thorough examination of available systems the management team selected the ‘PODStar’ Electronic Proof of Delivery system from Manchester-based Touchstar Technologies. Read More >>
15 September 2020
UK-based manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, TouchStar Technologies, is pleased to announce that Knights of Old, one of the UK’s leading provider of warehouse and distribution services, has selected TouchStar’s TS8000 handheld mobile computer as part of an IT upgrade for their warehouse picking operation. Read More >>
13 August 2020
Evergreen Exterior Services Ltd transform their delivery operation with ‘PODStar’ Proof of Delivery system from Touchstar Technologies. Read More >>
11 March 2020
Background Acorn Industrial Services Ltd is part of Axel Johnson International, a global industrial group of more than 120 companies in 28 countries. Acorn sought a system that would optimise its delivery operations. After an extensive and thorough examination of available systems the Acorn management team selected the ‘PODStar’ Electronic Proof of Delivery system from Manchester-based Touchstar Technologies. Read More >>
02 January 2020
TouchStar’s Rugged Mobile Computing division are proud to announce a strong end to 2019 having recently secured a number of new customers. Read More >>
06 September 2019
DCC Energi were established back in 2009 through acquisition of Shell’s oil distribution business. The business comprised sales of more than 200 million litres of heating oil and transport fuels to domestic and small commercial and industrial customers throughout Denmark. Since the establishment the business has expanded organically into natural gas, lubricants and marine gas oil. The Touchstar fuel distribution system for DCC Energi in Denmark is fundamental in maintaining their high levels of customer service and to ensure highly flexible and cost-effective operation. Read More >>
01 July 2019
UK-based rugged hardware vendor, TouchStar Technologies, is pleased to announce that Tileasy, one of the UK’s leading trade supplier of tiling tools and accessories, has recently made the decision to upgrade their rugged mobile terminals with the TS82, TouchStar’s latest android handheld. Read More >>
23 May 2019
Anytime Express Transport is a rapidly expanding specialist transport company providing services for a diverse number of industries. The company focus is on adding value through expert and on-time product delivery. Their search for a ‘best of breed’ delivery and tracking system led the AET management team to examine the PODStar system from Manchester-based TouchStar Technologies. AET rapidly reached the conclusion that the Touchstar solution offered the full required functionality when compared to alternative systems. Read More >>
17 May 2019
UK-based manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, TouchStar Technologies, is pleased to announce that Expect Distribution, the award-winning logistics provider, has recently selected TouchStar’s TS82 handheld to support the planned growth within their warehouse operations. Read More >>
26 June 2018
React Transport are experts in fragile freight distribution and has operational bases in Livingston, Manchester and Reading. After a thorough examination of EPOD available systems, the React Transport management team opted for the PODStar system from Manchester-based TouchStar Technologies. Read More >>
27 March 2018
UK-based rugged hardware vendor, TouchStar Technologies, is pleased to announce the recent warehouse hardware upgrade at The Fragrance Shop. As the UK’s largest independent fragrance retailer, The Fragrance Shop made the decision to refresh their existing hardware estate as they undergo a period of growth and expansion within their operations. Read More >>
21 February 2018
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15 January 2018
Following a strong end to 2017, TouchStar’s Bradford-based warehouse & logistics division continue their successful run of order acquisitions and are proud to announce the acquisition of several new clients. Read More >>
14 December 2017
A strong finish to the year for Touchstar’s warehouse & logistics division . Although the market for mobile computing hardware remains a highly competitive one, recent months have seen a multitude of significant orders for Touchstar’s Bradford-based warehouse & logistics division. Read More >>
17 November 2017
Apollo Fire Detectors Ltd specialises in the design and manufacture of high-quality fire detection solutions for commercial and industrial applications. From its base in Havant, near Portsmouth on the UK’s south coast, Apollo has, for over 35 years, designed and built products that save lives and protect property from the risk of fire. The company recently turned to Touchstar ATC for an access control solution. Read More >>
28 June 2017
After contacting a few suppliers and reviewing various options, Karndean decided that the products presented by TouchStar offered the best value for money and also came with the best support package – including a minimum of ten years of support for repairs. Touchstar offered a selection of devices that were robust enough to fit into Karndean’s fast-paced warehouse environment Read More >>
19 April 2017
Founded in 2014, Fuel Transport Solutions (FTS) Limited, based in Central Scotland, delivers fuel predominantly throughout Scotland and Northern England. The organisation required a system that could optimise the scheduling and tracking of vehicles, as well as automate the proof of delivery process. After a thorough examination of available systems, Jim Anderson (Managing Director) opted for the PODStar system from Manchester-based TouchStar Technologies. Read More >>
29 November 2016
Multi Packaging invest heavily in IT infrastructure and systems where there is tangible benefit and the area of 'vehicle inspection' is a typical example. The inefficient nature of recording various details via a paper-based system is not only unappealing to a driver, but also often difficult for staff to review due to messy handwriting. This can lead to details being overlooked or inaccurately recorded risking driver safety and fines. With this in mind, the company sought to procure an automated checking system that eliminated the paper trail and selected Manchester-based TouchStar Technologies Read More >>
12 October 2016
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08 August 2016
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19 July 2016
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04 July 2016
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10 June 2016
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21 April 2016
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18 February 2016
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21 January 2016
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