A sector revolutionized by online commerce that is increasing urban mobility.
We analyze and apply the latest trends on how to reorganize the city and the logistics chain to generate the least impact.
In an increasingly dense and complex urban context, goods distribution has become one of the major challenges for sustainable mobility. Properly planning urban logistics is not only a matter of economic efficiency, but also of public health, quality of life, and environmental sustainability.
Good UGD planning can significantly reduce traffic congestion, especially in central and commercial areas, where delivery vehicle traffic can saturate public space. Optimizing delivery routes and schedules contributes to reducing the number of vehicles circulating simultaneously, which reduces both polluting emissions and environmental noise.
Furthermore, urban logistics planning improves the operational efficiency of companies, as it allows for cost reduction, minimization of failed deliveries, and improved punctuality. This translates into a more reliable service for consumers and better coexistence with other city uses.
Regarding current trends in urban goods distribution, it is worth highlighting:
- Commitment to cycling logistics and electric vehicles: for the last mile, especially in dense urban environments. This technological change is accompanied by the creation of micro-hubs or urban consolidation centers, which allow goods to be grouped and deliveries to be made more efficiently and cleanly.
- Promotion of deliveries at intelligent parcel lockers, and off-peak hours, which reduce the need for door-to-door deliveries and optimize routes.
- Digitalization: The use of big data, loading and unloading parking management platforms, and real-time monitoring systems allow for much more precise and adaptive management.
- Collaborative Governance: The success of the DUM (Urban Goods Distribution) depends on coordination between public administrations, logistics operators, local businesses, and citizens.
Els nostres serveis
A VAIC Mobility orientem la planificació de la distribució urbana de mercaderies posant especial atenció a la utilització de bicicletes i vehicles lleugers de baixes emissions en les zones sensibles, i a la gestió horària i zonal que minimitzi les interferències de la resta de vehicles de mercaderies en el trànsit l’activitat de la ciutat.
Services related to urban goods distribution
- Urban mobility plans
- Sustainable urban logistics plans
- Studies of commercial activity and associated DUM needs
- Management models for loading and unloading zones
- Design, demand, and viability of cycle logistics services
- Studies on optimal location of goods delivery lockers
- Review of mobility ordinances to facilitate DUM
