MHI—80 Years of Providing Solutions that Make Supply Chains Work
Article from MHI Solutions Magazine
In 2025, MHI celebrates 80 years of leadership, innovation and connection in the material handling, logistics and supply chain industry. Founded in 1945 in the wake of World War II, the association has grown into a global leader in supply chain innovation, with more than 1,000 member companies shaping the equipment, systems and technologies that keep supply chains moving.
From its earliest days, MHI has been at the forefront of industrial innovation. As the postwar economy rapidly scaled, material handling pioneers united under MHI to bring order, standards and transformation to an emerging field. Over the decades, the association championed game‑changing technologies such as forklifts, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), automatic identification and robotics—advancements that have revolutionized how goods are handled, stored and delivered.
Through every economic shift, from globalization to e‑commerce booms and pandemic disruptions, MHI has served as a steadfast partner to its members and the broader supply chain industry. MHI’s mission is to provide member value every day, and our vision remains clear: to be the authoritative resource for the material handling and supply chain profession, providing education, research, events and connections that foster excellence and growth.
