In the STRAUSS research project, VIL, University of Antwerp, UHasselt, KU Leuven, 14 companies and 4 cities will develop a set of algorithms and models to optimize logistics operations in cities. The project focuses on four key logistics flows within cities: waste collection, construction logistics, catering deliveries and home grocery deliveries.
Logistics traffic moving to, from and within a city has a significant impact on accessibility and livability, think noise pollution, emissions, traffic safety and parking problems.
The project aims to build algorithms that can be used to better plan the logistics chain, both by companies and city governments.
Unlike other similar efforts, these algorithms will focus specifically on the urban context and will take into account city measures that impact logistics operations in their areas, such as car-free zones, specific parking spaces or time windows for truck delivery, banning certain vehicles in certain areas, etc. The algorithms will allow evaluation of the impact of these measures so that they can help reduce the negative effects of logistics operations on the livability of the city.
Start: January 2024
End: December 2026
Contact Geert Verbelen (geert.verbelen@vil.be)
