Integrated decision-making framework for urban freight logistics policy-making
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DOI: 10.1016/j.trd.2019.05.006
Abstract: Abstract The urban freight logistics policy-making process takes place in a complex environment and presents numerous challenges, such as difficult trade-offs between the objectives of various stakeholders, unclear problem ownership, and a lack of data… read more here.
Keywords: policy making; urban freight; decision making; urban logistics ... See more keywords
In search of operational tools in urban planning for the development of urban logistics spaces: the case of logistics urban design in Paris
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DOI: 10.1080/03081060.2025.2476747
Abstract: ABSTRACT The rise of proximity logistics and e-commerce has intensified the need for stronger public policies on logistics areas. However, a lack of operational urban planning tools hinders policy implementation, creating a gap between planning… read more here.
Keywords: urban planning; logistics urban; urban logistics; urban design ... See more keywords
Evaluation and analysis of urban logistics competitiveness and spatial evolution
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DOI: 10.1080/13675567.2019.1703916
Abstract: ABSTRACT Urban logistics is critical for realising urban economic efficiency, and its rapid development holds great potential for improving urban competitiveness. This research looked at eighteen cities in China’s Sichuan Province, analysing factors including gross… read more here.
Keywords: urban logistics; evaluation analysis; logistics competitiveness; analysis ... See more keywords
Can Lean eliminate waste in urban logistics? A field study
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DOI: 10.1108/ijppm-04-2020-0167
Abstract: PurposeUrban logistics presents a series of challenges, as the interests of the different stakeholders are not always aligned. The aim of this research is to explore the potential of applying Lean principles to reduce waste… read more here.
Keywords: lean eliminate; urban logistics; eliminate waste; waste urban ... See more keywords
Urban Logistics Delivery Route Planning Based on a Single Metro Line
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2021.3069415
Abstract: This paper proposed a framework to integrate metro for urban logistics delivery in order to avert the conflicts with ground transportation, reduce delivery cost, transport distance and delivery time of vehicles. Integrating metro-based Underground Logistics… read more here.
Keywords: logistics delivery; urban logistics; based single; metro line ... See more keywords
Learned Unmanned Vehicle Scheduling for Large-Scale Urban Logistics
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DOI: 10.1109/tits.2024.3351687
Abstract: The adoption of unmanned vehicles in urban logistics has gradually become a trend. It can effectively lower carbon emissions, reduce labor costs, and improve logistics efficiency. In this paper, we investigate a novel problem of… read more here.
Keywords: vehicle; unmanned vehicles; vehicle scheduling; unmanned vehicle ... See more keywords
Charging-Aware Task Assignment for Urban Logistics With Electric Vehicles
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DOI: 10.1109/tkde.2025.3565858
Abstract: The rapid growth of e-commerce has intensified the demand for efficient urban logistics. Electric Vehicles (EVs), with their eco-friendly and high-efficiency features, have emerged as a promising solution for improving urban logistics efficiency. However, due… read more here.
Keywords: logistics electric; electric vehicles; charging aware; urban logistics ... See more keywords
Optimizing the Routing of Urban Logistics by Context-Based Social Network and Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis
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DOI: 10.3390/sym14091811
Abstract: The proper vehicle-route selection is a key challenge affecting the quality of urban logistics since any delay may cause disasters. This study proposes a novel approach of using symmetry/asymmetry traffic context data and multi-criteria decision… read more here.
Keywords: urban logistics; criteria decision; multi criteria; decision ... See more keywords
Bridging the logistics divide with service inclusion for socially sustainable urban logistics services
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DOI: 10.59490/ejtir.2024.24.1.7129
Abstract: The rise of e-commerce over the last decade has increased the pressure on urban logistics and highlighted important sustainability challenges. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated this trend and underscored the need to address social sustainability challenges… read more here.
Keywords: logistics services; service; access; logistics divide ... See more keywords