Shift2Zero delivered messages to EGUM Subgroup “City Access for Business”
On April 7th, the Shift2Zero project jointly organised an online workshop “City Access for Business – Zero Emission Freight Vehicles in Cities”, with Alliance for Logistics Innovation through Collaboration in Europe (ALICE), a member of EGUM
The event aimed to gather key insights from the freight business sector to provide inputs for the City Access for Business subgroup of EGUM (Expert Group on Urban Mobility) that will from strategic recommendations to the European Commission to implement the New Urban Mobility Framework.
During the workshop, Niccolò Corti, Mobility and Logistics Planning Consultant at Bax Innovation, offered a general overview about Shift2Zero, highlighting its core objectives and challenges, and introducing the pilots of the project.
Download the presentation delivered here
On the other hand, partner Arild Brudeli, Head of System and Innovation at Paxster, attended the workshop delivering the key messages from Shift2Zero to the subgroup:
The Core Idea
- Urban space is too valuable to waste. We need to move from static regulations to smart, dynamic logistics solutions. Emphasis on right-sized, zero-emission vehicles and optimized use of space for sustainable city logistics.
Learning from History
- Technological innovation has solved urban crises before (e.g., replacing horses with cars). The current logistics challenges require a similar leap forward.
Right Tool for the Job
- Use large trucks for long hauls to the city, then swap to smaller vehicles for last-mile delivery.
- Adopt a “swap box” system to transfer goods efficiently.
- Match vehicle types to city zones to minimize disruption and emissions.
From Static Rules to Real-Time Regulation
- Static regulations (like time windows or road signs) are outdated.
- Cities should regulate dynamically using real-time data, similar to how e-scooters are managed.
- Leverage tools like the Mobility Data Specification (MDS) adapted for logistics.
Benefits for All Stakeholders
- Cities: Better use of public space (e.g., shared zones for dining, walking, and delivery).
- Logistics providers: Faster, smarter, and more efficient operations.
