Samenvatting
Twelve European countries (Denmark, France, Finland, Germany, Greece, Italy, The Netherlands, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom) signed the COST 321 Action. Its aim is to study the design and operation of innovative measures to improve the environmental performance of freight transport in urban areas. It examines the reduction of air pollution, noise and energy consumption by optimising the use of trucks in city traffic through the application of modern logistical devices and appropriate administrative measures. Economic effects are also taken into account. Recommendations are made for a Europe-wide perspective and national reports are included.