Tag «city logistics»

On track for sustainable logistics: integrating rail freight into London’s deliveries

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 …

What Hamburg can teach about smarter cities: lessons from the MOVE21 Project

How can cities become cleaner, more efficient, and better connected? Hamburg’s MOVE21 project offers some inspiring answers. In collaboration with the Bezirksamt Altona, the project has developed a Best Practice Manual that examines real-world examples of neighborhood hubs—multifunctional spaces that bring together logistics, mobility, and even social services. Whether placed in existing buildings or public …

What is the city logistics van of the future?

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 …

Can housing and logistics activities be in the same neighborhood?

ChatGPT said: Combining housing and logistics activities in the same neighborhood is possible, but it requires careful planning and design to ensure livability, safety, and efficiency. High-performance and low-impact supply chains benefit from the presence of logistics facilities in proximity to goods’ destinations. ‘Proximity logistics’ is the development of logistics facilities in high-demand areas, which …

The city is the new battleground for food retailers

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 …

What are the challenges of delivering FMCG to city stores?

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 …

Podcast: city logistics beyond zero-emission – trends towards 2035

The Dutch “Outlook City Logistics 2035” examines future challenges and opportunities for city logistics in the Netherlands, with a focus on zero-impact logistics beyond emission-free vehicles. The report examines the impact of city logistics on different types of neighborhoods and the role of municipalities, service providers, and recipients in creating sustainable solutions. Various regulatory instruments …

Viable business models for city logistics: exploring the cost structure and revenue streams of fourteen European cases

A new paper examines the role of the business model in city logistics, explicitly focusing on cost structures and revenue streams. City logistics aims to manage urban goods movement while balancing environmental and societal impacts with economic development. The complexity of this field necessitates effective management, and scholars recognize the business model as a valuable …

Examining the transition towards institutionalized practices in curbside management

Urban streets are contested public spaces due to their limited capacity and the diverse functions they serve. Despite their multifunctionality, the needs of specific users—such as freight and delivery services—have historically been neglected in urban space allocation policies, often at the expense of overall livability. Recently, freight curbside management has emerged as a strategy to …

Research: the perspective of citizens is crucial for urban and transportation planning.

The perspective of citizens is crucial for urban and transportation planning. Urban freight transport plays a vital role in cities by ensuring the delivery of goods and services to meet stakeholder demands. However, it also presents challenges like congestion, parking shortages, pollution, and freight-related accidents. A recent study applies partial least squares structural equation modeling …