Logistics operators face the challenge of decarbonising last-mile delivery amid price competition, regulatory hurdles, and urban constraints. At the same time, e-commerce growth exacerbates these pressures, driving the need for flexible and cost-efficient solutions. With cities imposing restrictions on polluting vehicles, the shift towards e-cargo bikes gains momentum. However, transitioning from ICE vans to mixed fleets isn’t simple, with hidden costs impacting efficiency.
Addressing these concerns is crucial for realising the benefits of widespread adoption. That’s why, we teamed up with a leading strategy consulting firm and several courier, express, and package (CEP) delivery players to create an analysis that offers practical insights for executives to effectively handle these challenges.
The study employs real-world data and quantitative modeling to examine various fleet configurations across three distinct city types, evaluating them under two infrastructure and operational scenarios: (1) a pure ICE van fleet; (2) a 100% electric van fleet and (3) mixed fleets with varying proportions of e-cargo bikes and e-vans. Download your copy below!