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- Transportation infrastructure is supporting urban freight flows, which is primarily contingent upon the structure and the capacity of the road transport system. Freight terminals, such as ports, rail yards, and airports, are also important components of this landscape, with many cities acting as commercial gateways to global trade.
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Jan 1, 2024 · We employ data on freight truck flows between urban functional locations using GPS trajectory and freight Point-of-Interest (POI) data, and construct urban freight truck mobility networks. We uncover the core structure of urban freight transport systems and the interaction patterns between locations by characterizing the properties of freight ...
Jun 21, 2024 · Through a comprehensive literature review guided by four research questions, this study evaluates methodologies, vehicle choices, the application of intermodal containers, and the shared use of public transportation infrastructure for freight delivery.
Dec 1, 2022 · Public transportation offers a promising opportunity for freight transportation in urban areas. Through the sharing of infrastructure, vehicles, or even space inside wagons, synergies can be realized which can lead to a more efficient and environmentally-friendly transportation of goods in cities.
- Ralf Elbert, Johannes Rentschler
- 2021
Jun 1, 2022 · In cities urban freight transport is contributing to increased climate gas emissions, congestion, and challenging urban logistics.
Jun 21, 2024 · The integration of freight and public transportation within urban settings is identified as a dynamic and diversifying field, with significant potential for contributing to sustainable...
Feb 20, 2024 · This study presents a conceptual framework proposal for integrating urban freight initiatives (UFIs), or city logistics initiatives, into urban planning and urban management (UPUM) land use and infrastructure systems.
