Essays about: "logistics modes"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 29 essays containing the words logistics modes.

  1. 1. Space Utilization in Road Transportation: A Case Study of Truck Deliveries

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Marija Nikolova; Sirious Nterai; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Distribution; Emissions; Packaging; Truck deliveries; Space Utilization; Space Optimization;

    Abstract : Aim: To understand why big logistics companies do not focus their resources on improving space utilization and decreasing the phenomenon of empty running. Moreover, this study aims to present the potential economic and environmental benefits of reduced excess air in packaging and its effect on truck deliveries. READ MORE

  3. 2. Reverse logistics in an urban setup: A consumer perspective of travel mode choice for transporting End-of-life/End-of-use furniture.

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för tjänstevetenskap

    Author : Anuja Wadekar; [2022]
    Keywords : urban setup; reverse logistics; consumer intention; travel mode choice; theory of planned behaviour; End-Of-Life End-Of-Use furniture.; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : With the rise in urbanization and cities fulfilling sustainability challenges, companies across the globe are moving towards circularity. One approach adopted towards circularity is of reverse logistics where companies take back EOL/EOU products. READ MORE

  4. 3. The economic and environmental impacts of transportation decisions : A multi-objective optimization

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för matematik och matematisk statistik

    Author : Joel Eliasson; Arvid Segevall; [2022]
    Keywords : Multi-objective optimization; Pareto optimal solutions; Semi-structured interviews; Outbound logistics; Scope 3; EU ETS; Mulitobjektiv optimering; Pareto optimala lösningar; Semi-strukturerade intervjuer; Utgående logistik; Scope 3; EU ETS;

    Abstract : Getinge AB is a global medical technology company. This master’s thesis is based on the outflow of capital equipments from Getinge’s factory in Växjö to four different sales and service units. READ MORE

  5. 4. A Comparative Study to Examine the Feasibility and Climate Benefits of Transporting Mycronic´s Products Using More Sustainable Transport Solutions

    University essay from KTH/Industriell produktion

    Author : Amey Shah; [2022]
    Keywords : Paris agreement; GHG; CO2 emissions; sustainable; freight transportation; future trends; Parisavtalet; växthusgaser; koldioxidutsläpp; hållbara; godstransporter; framtida trender;

    Abstract : As per the Paris agreement in 2015, 190 nations have joined the cause to cut the Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. To limit global warming, the aim is to reduce the global emissions to half by 2030 compared to 2012 and reach net zero by 2050. The transportation industry can play a big role to achieve this target. READ MORE

  6. 5. Potential for upscaling the use of light electric freight vehicles in sustainable last mile deliveries - Conducted at VTI

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Jens Collvin; Taima El Elawi; [2021-06-11]
    Keywords : LEFVs; City Logistics; Urban Areas; Supply Chain Management; Urban Consolidation Centres;

    Abstract : The last mile logistics is known to be the most costly and most polluting part of the supply chain. The last mile logistics contribute with high emissions, congestion and safety issues in urban areas. Recently, the number of deliveries in urban areas have increased and it is common for residents to order merchandise online. READ MORE