Cleaner Cities and More Efficient Construction Logistics Missed the latest Business Update from the Logistiek 020 event? How can we reduce emissions in cities while optimizing construction processes? During the Logistiek 020 event, insights were shared on how construction hubs can address these challenges. These hubs, located on the outskirts of cities, ensure more efficient delivery of building materials while contributing to cleaner air and reduced traffic congestion. Ron L

In the hustle and bustle of the city, where roads are often congested and space is a precious commodity, the logistics of construction projects are becoming increasingly challenging. As cities grow and infrastructure becomes more complex, the need for efficient construction logistics is paramount. A construction hub—a central point for managing construction materials—is often praised for reducing traffic movements by 73%. However, there’s another, less highlighted opportunity

With the introduction of zero-emission zones in several Dutch city centers starting January 1, 2025, the construction sector faces significant challenges. However, even beyond this environmental measure, which bans diesel vehicles from city centers, urban construction projects are often complex logistical operations. To address this, Qonnected Logistics, based in Rotterdam, aims to establish a nationwide network of physical construction hubs on the outskirts of cities. "With

Rotterdam, December 2, 2024 New Mobility Solution for Construction Workers: Efficient, Sustainable, and Cost-Effective Qonnected Logistics introduces an innovative service designed to provide construction workers and other employees with an efficient and practical transportation solution. With our new approach, employees can park their personal vehicles at our strategically located Q-Construction Hubs just outside the city center. From these hubs, we arrange group transportat

BouwTotaal | Platform for the Entire Dutch Construction Industry (Bouwtotaal.nl) BouwTotaal is the go-to source of information for construction professionals—from self-employed contractors to builders, architects, and housing corporations. What Is the Real Problem? Challenges and Solutions in Construction Logistics There is much debate about CO2 emissions and zero-emission zones, which often evoke strong emotions among all stakeholders. But what exactly is the problem, and mo

Many people are talking about the need for change in logistics within the construction industry—and for good reason. Changes are critical, not only to address emissions but also to tackle the growing problem of traffic congestion. In the Netherlands alone, 70,000 trucks hit the roads every day just to transport building materials. With the demand for new housing, an additional 166 million truck trips are projected by 2030. And that’s just for haul logistics—urban logistics fo