Transport and Logistics: A Structural Challenge in the Construction Sector Learn more about outsourcing your Equipment Service: Shared equipment Outsourced building logistics Personnel shuttle services In our daily practice, we speak with many contractors, both large and small. A recurring theme in these conversations is the lack of insight into the logistics costs of construction projects. While most companies have a good overall understanding of their cost structure, the sp

Utrecht (Netherlands) Roadmap for Zero-Emission Construction 2025–2030 Adopted Following Amsterdam, Eindhoven, Arnhem and Rotterdam, the City of Utrecht has now adopted its procurement guidelines for zero-emission (ZE) construction. These guidelines apply to all infrastructure projects, maintenance contracts, and municipal real estate (approximately €205 million annually). They cover maintenance, replacement, management, renovation, demolition and new construction. Constructi

Building Sustainable Urban Logistics Centers — in Timber! Over the next four years, Qonnected Logistics and Focus on Impact will collaborate on the development of 14 sustainable urban logistics centers. This initiative represents an investment of over €500 million and is aimed at future-proofing logistics in and for cities. Urban logistics significantly contributes to reducing CO₂ emissions and improving quality of life for city residents. The introduction of these urban logi

The construction sector is facing a significant logistical challenge. As sustainability and cost-efficiency become increasingly important, the delivery of construction materials often still relies on traditional and inefficient methods. This isn't just a matter for construction companies alone — suppliers and carriers are integral parts of a supply chain that urgently needs to evolve. Construction companies lead, suppliers and carriers follow In construction logistics, contra

Qonnected Logistics and City Hub Join Forces for Sustainable Urban Logistics Rotterdam, May 8, 2025 – Qonnected Logistics and City Hub are entering a strategic partnership to make urban logistics more efficient and sustainable. Through smart technology, data analysis, and shared infrastructure, both parties aim to reduce emissions and ease traffic congestion in cities. This collaboration addresses urban growth, the introduction of zero-emission zones, and the need to reduce u

The Best Argument for Using a Construction Hub: It Saves Costs For years, there has been much discussion about improving construction logistics, especially in view of its environmentally harmful effects. The call for sustainability in the construction sector is growing louder, and rightly so, with increasing demands for reports that make the CO₂ emissions of construction activities transparent. Yet, the construction industry remains difficult to convince to voluntarily take s