by Walther Ploos van Amstel
Transport is becoming more complex daily, from electrification and an aging workforce to stricter regulations and rising customer expectations. Companies that want to stay ahead must gain better control over their people and fleet. Most of the Time is Spent In the City Even though drivers might cover 80% of their distance on highways, they …
Land scarcity near major Dutch cities is becoming a serious challenge for governments, developers, and occupiers—especially for businesses involved in last-mile logistics and local services. These “caring businesses” are essential for maintaining urban life, yet they’re increasingly pushed out by housing development and the repurposing of commercial areas. As urban populations grow and land becomes …
Most research on shared mobility—bike sharing, car sharing, and e-scooter services—has focused on users: what makes people try these services and what drives adoption. But what about the providers? Why do they choose to launch in one city over another? This study by the University of Antwerp flips the script by exploring shared mobility companies’ …
Study commissioned by Cross River Partnership (CRP) and Impact on Urban Health explores the potential of using existing station infrastructure in Southwark and Lambeth to support sustainable rail-based freight deliveries into Central London. Building on CRP’s 2022 Rail Freight in London Feasibility Study, it identifies areas needing further evidence, particularly regarding station suitability for freight operations. The study …
In 2004, Mark Barratt wrote his classic work “Understanding the meaning of collaboration in the supply chain” on supply chain collaboration. Barratt presents his vision of collaboration and the factors involved in its success. It offers wise lessons that are still held today and collaboration in city logistics. Companies systematically work on improving the efficiency …
The light commercial vehicle, or delivery van, is the workhorse of both companies and the self-employed in the economy. And with good reason: it is a multifunctional and flexible mode of transport and compared to (smaller) trucks and cars it is also cheap to buy and use. Moreover, a ‘lighter’ drivers license B is sufficient to drive …
Transport managers oversee the movement of goods and ensure it’s done efficiently, cost-effectively, and on time. According to ChatGPT, here’s how AI can support them: 1. Data-Driven AI uses fleet telematics, traffic feeds, fuel consumption logs, delivery schedules, and more. AI Tools Help With: Monitoring vehicle location, load, and performance in real time Forecasting delivery …
The city is the new battleground for food retailers. This playing field is constantly expanding due to population growth and the increasing number of workers, students, and tourists in urban areas. These consumers are a diverse group with different consumption patterns compared to traditional families who do their grocery shopping weekly. Cities are characterized by …
Cities are the new battleground for food retailers. In the following years, traditional food service channels, such as the hotel and catering industry, will face fierce competition from supermarkets, city stores, and micro markets in cities that focus on the needs of the growing number of consumers, workers, students, and visitors. While a 1-3% net profit …
The rapid growth of e-commerce has transformed urban logistics, raising concerns about congestion, pollution, and the impact of delivery vehicles on city life. Some argue that home deliveries are overwhelming our streets and that pick-up points and cargo bikes are the ultimate solution. However, the reality is far more nuanced. Home delivery myths : One-size-fits-small? from …