Urban freight transport faces significant environmental and societal challenges, necessitating innovative solutions. This paper explores the business model implications of such solutions, drawing insights from research trials conducted in Bremen, Mechelen, and Groningen as part of the “Urban Logistics as an on-Demand Service” (ULaaDS) project. While many proposed solutions are technologically ready, their integration into existing business practices and scaling for impact remains challenged. Key findings highlight the tension between innovative solutions and entrenched business-as-usual models. The interplay between private business and public authorities emerges as an important factor, with mutual expectations shaping the trajectory of these solutions. The research underscores the need for a holistic approach, integrating technological, business, and regulatory facets, to ensure sustainable urban freight transport solutions can compete effectively.


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    Title :

    Business Model Implications of Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Urban Freight Transport


    Additional title:

    Lect.Notes Mobility



    Conference:

    Transport Research Arena Conference ; 2024 ; Dublin, Ireland April 15, 2024 - April 18, 2024



    Publication date :

    2025-07-19


    Size :

    6 pages





    Type of media :

    Article/Chapter (Book)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English






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