Essays about: "urban goods distribution"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 10 essays containing the words urban goods distribution.

  1. 1. The Future of Urban Last Mile Deliveries - Not a piece of cake

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Hannah Renhed; Martina Kylebäck Wennerlöf; [2023]
    Keywords : Urban last mile delivery; customer demands; sustainability; outsourcing; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Urban last mile delivery has become an increasingly relevant topic in this day and age, where the urban population is growing at the same time as climate change forces nations to limit emissions. The demand for fast and flexible deliveries in urban areas accelerates, which further escalates the need to optimize these last mile deliveries since they are the most polluting part of the supply chain. READ MORE

  3. 2. Micro terminals - a sustainable solution to urban logistics?

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Andreas Ruus; Henrik Andersson; [2018-07-02]
    Keywords : Urban Logistics; Consolidation; Sustainability; Micro terminals;

    Abstract : The subject of urban freight distribution has received increasing attention as more people settle in urban areas. Traditionally seen as an essential foundation for the modern society, freight transports have provided urban areas with the necessities needed for its subsistence. READ MORE

  4. 3. Barriers to Sustainable UCC-Cooperation and Coopetition in Municipality Goods Distribution in Swedish Mid-Sized Cities : A Cross-Case Analysis

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för ekonomistyrning och logistik (ELO)

    Author : Philip Carlsson Einhaus; Benedikt Fuchs; [2017]
    Keywords : Cooperation; Coopetition; Distribution; Last Mile Problem; Sustainability; Triple Bottom Line; Urban Consolidation Center; Urban Freight;

    Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this thesis is to investigate the barriers for and their impact cooperation and coopetition for sustainable distribution of Municipality goods in three selected cities. Design/Methodology/Approach: This thesis is based on a qualitative approach using a multiple case study as data collection strategy. READ MORE

  5. 4. Developing a Business Model for Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

    Author : Sean Martin; [2016]
    Keywords : vehicle electrification; urban goods distribution; zero-emission fleet; commercial electric vehicle; electro-mobility services; green logistics; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : The adoption of commercial electric vehicles (CEVs) is beginning to pick up traction by fleet operators and vehicle manufacturers. Carbon emission legislation, fuel prices and improving battery technology are ever-increasing the attractiveness of the business case for electric vehicles. READ MORE

  6. 5. Svensk/regional mat i offentlig upphandling i Mälardalen : en studie av inköp, problem och möjligheter i åtta kommuner

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Helena Friis; [2015]
    Keywords : mat; offentlig upphandling; svenskt regionalt; hinder; möjligheter; food; public procurement; Swedish regional; barrier; opportunities;

    Abstract : Det pågår många diskussioner kring mat i dagens samhälle. Temat för det här examensarbetet är svensk/regional mat i offentlig upphandling. Arbetets syfte har varit att göra en kartläggning av åtta kommuner i Mälardalen. READ MORE