The scope of CITYLOG is to combine IT with incentives and changed rules of the game, in order to develop better structures for the urban distribution. As a solid feasibility study, a benchmarking study has been carried out between six different kinds of distribution structures. They show a clear difference in cost-effectiveness and environmental impact. The parcel distribution required almost 20 times longer distance per kilo distributed goods compared to the common goods distribution. The one product wholesaler required six times longer distance than the large wholesaler. Despite these facts, the trend is towards smaller deliveries, which increase the environmental impact from urban distribution. From an environmental perspective, fewer but larger deliveries with a higher degree of co-ordination is preferable. (A)
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