FORESIGHT SESSION 6. "SUSTAINABLE URBAN FREIGHT TRANSPORT - NEW OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES"
Oct. 7, Monday. 14:00-17:30
Conference Room A
Chair: Mr Eiichi TANIGUCHI, Kyoto University, Member PIARC TC B.4 Freight, Japan
We face complicated and difficult issues of urban freight transport in terms of economic growth, environment, safety and security. Most of goods distribution in urban areas is executed using trucks and vans on road networks. Efficient and environmentally friendly urban freight transport systems are required for a sustainable society. Recently smart solutions of city logistics using ICT, ITS, autonomous vehicles etc. for tackling these problems are proposed and implemented in some cities. The session will highlight the new opportunities and challenges for sustainable urban freight transport.
Introduction
• Mr Eiichi TANIGUCHI, Kyoto University, Member PIARC TC B.4 Freight, Japan
Presentation
Part 1
Smart urban freight logistics: Good Practices from Europe
• Mr Martin RUESCH, Head of traffic and transport consulting RAPP, Chair PIARC TC B.4 Freight, Switzerland
Presentation
Innovative solutions for city logistics
• Mr Eiichi TANIGUCHI, Kyoto University, Member PIARC TC B.4 Freight, Japan
Presentation
Strategies for commercial transport in city districts
• Ms Silke HÖHL, Research Assistant, Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, Germany
Presentation
Discussions
Break 15:30 - 16:00
Part 2
Urban freight projects in EU including Vitalnodes project
• Mr Ivo CRÉ, Director of Policy and Projects, POLIS Network, Belgium
Presentation
Brussels Strategic Plan for Urban Freight
• Mr. Hinko Van GEELEN, Senior Researcher, Mobility – Safety – Road Management Division, Belgian Road Research Centre, member of PIARC TC B.4 Freight, Belgium
Presentation
Panel discussion
Moderator:
• Mr Eiichi TANIGUCHI, Kyoto University, Member PIARC TC B.4 Freight, Japan
Panellists:
• All Speakers