Visions for city logistics

This paper presents visions for city logistics that are required to set targets of the activities that can be achieved using city logistics schemes. Our vision for city logistics consider three pillars that are guiding principles: (1) mobility; (2) sustainability; and (3) liveability. These three pillars are supported by goals that brace the structure of the visions and are comprised of: (a) global competitiveness; (b) efficiency; (c) environmental friendliness; (d) congestion alleviation; (e) security; (f) safety; (g) energy conservation; and (h) labor force. This paper discusses various features associated with urban freight transport issues to create mobile, sustainable and liveable cities. The paper concludes that there are a number of promising schemes that have the potential to fully realize the visions of city logistics, including: (1) establishing effective partnerships between key stakeholder groups; (2) implementing information and communication technology and intelligent transport systems; (3) promoting corporate responsibility; and (4) incorporating urban freight transport as an integral component of urban planning.