Urban Freight Distribution Overview

Principles

Definition

Urban freight distribution is the academic field and research concept concerned with the complex systems, processes, actors, and impacts associated with the movement of goods within and through urban areas. It investigates the spatial, temporal, and operational challenges involved in transporting, delivering, and collecting physical goods in dense urban settings, aiming to optimize supply chain efficiency, mitigate negative externalities (such as congestion and pollution), and enhance urban liveability and economic vitality.

Ontological type

Core Components

Environmental Impacts

Planning Strategies

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