What role can municipalities play in implementing parcel lockers?

The growth of parcel logistics presents challenges for municipalities striving for a livable, sustainable, and safe urban environment. Do parcel lockers contribute to these goals? Municipalities need a concrete action perspective: what role can parcel lockers play? A research project for Dutch Top Sector Logistics provides a neutral framework that offers both strategic and practical …

FedEx unveils 2025 US e-commerce trends report: convenience and seamless experiences drive success

In collaboration with C Space, FedEx Corporation has released its annual FedEx 2025 E-Commerce Trends to Watch Report, offering key insights into evolving consumer expectations. As digital marketplaces become more competitive, businesses prioritizing convenience, effortless returns, and personalized engagement will foster customer loyalty and long-term success in the US Market. Convenience and Enhanced Post-Purchase Experience Take Center Stage …

Upscaling cargo bike sharing in cities: a comparative case study

Urban mobility transitions are crucial for mitigating climate change and enhancing urban quality of life. Cargo bikes (CBs) offer a sustainable alternative to motorized vehicles thanks to their lower carbon footprint, space efficiency, and ability to reduce air and noise pollution. Cargo bike sharing (CB-sharing) promotes adoption by eliminating purchase and maintenance costs, though individuals …

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

The Dutch “Outlook City Logistics 2035” analyzes future challenges and opportunities for city logistics in the Netherlands, focusing 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 for municipalities …

Assessing the impact of time windows on e-grocery delivery sustainability

To enhance customer satisfaction, e-retailers have prioritized last-mile e-grocery delivery services that incorporate time windows. However, the sustainability challenges associated with this approach necessitate an evaluation of its impact. A recent article aims to define a method for assessing the sustainability effects of time windows and apply it to a specific case study. Through desk …

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 …

Learning from best practices in supply-side regulations for heavy-duty vehicles

Heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) are the second-largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the transport sector and the leading contributors to air pollutants like particulate matter and nitrogen oxide. As zero-emission HDV technology matures, supply-side regulations (SSRs) have emerged as a key policy tool to mitigate climate and air quality impacts. A recent ICCT research brief …

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 …