The document discusses the growing use of cycle logistics for urban deliveries. It describes how cycle logistics can transport goods using bicycles, cargo bikes, and other cycles. The document also outlines a case study of DHL using cycle logistics in Almere, Netherlands, including designing specialized containers that integrate cycles into their delivery operations. Finally, it discusses the need for standardizing dimensions and other aspects of containers and cycles to better support the interoperability of cycle logistics across operators.

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First Containerisation
Experiences in
Cycle Logistics Francisco Luciano
European
Cycle Logistics
Federation

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a broad definition of urban logistics
 Transport services provided by carriers (eg, last-mile delivery)
 Freight transport carried out by producers themselves (eg, bakery)
 Transport of tools & other material by artisans or communal services
 Private trips destined to carry groceries and other goods

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Cycle logistics encompasses thus…
using standard bicycles, cargobikes, trikes or quads
urban logistics activities in the broad sense
with or without trailers, with or without electric assistance
speed
volume
weight

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demand
why the growing interest in cycle logistics ?
e-commerce & app-
based services
new client
expectations : more
reliable, more flexible
services (parcel shops,
lockers, nomads…)
sustainability conscious
decision makers in the
public & private sector
new responses to air-
quality protection,
noise reduction, traffic
management
partnerships to
articulate public goals
with economic
constraints
micro-consolidation centres,
low-emission zones, time
restrictions…
supply
cycling culture,
cycling infrastructure
growing
environmental
awareness, frugality
more but
smaller parcels

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cycle logistics is well adapted to the new setting
 faster under 7 km, especially during peak
hours
 more reliable
 ultra low or no emissions
 ultra low noise levels
 rolls on streets but also cycle paths,
pedestrian areas, squares, even the
interior of large buildings
 less parking space
freight
business
shopping
leisure
commute
POTENTIAL for CYCLE LOGISTICS
figure shows trips according to purpose (Y axis) and mode (X axis), in %
Source: CycleLogistics, D7.1, 2014
Main hypothesis: trip distance < 7km; weight < 200kg; volume < 1m3; no complex trip chains
Not considered: cycling culture; cycling infrastructure; weather; topography
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two approaches to inter-operability
use standard equipment
load euro-pallets and roll containers
directly onto flatbed trikes, quads or
trailers (pulled by trikes) using forklifts
develop ad hoc
containers
taking into
account standard
measures and the
operational
requirements of
international
delivery
companies

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 A specially designed 80x120x100 container is loaded with parcels in a DHL
Express terminal in Amersfoort, 25 km away from Almere, then loaded with
forklift into a regular DHL Express van, together with other parcels
 At a consolidation facility in the centre of Almere, the driver single-handedly
rolls the container from the van onto a flatbed quad using a special ramp
 The cargo-bike driver distributes the parcels in the city centre. The Armadillo’s
outer width of 86cm allows it to use cycle paths
Results
 efficient integration of cycle logistics into DHL delivery chain
 more parcels per hour,
 less errors due to closed box
 better ergonomy : no more sore back from deliveries
the DHL Express experience in Almere
Almere, NL
200k inhabs
500km of
cycle paths
120 bike
underpasses

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 Designed by Velove (Sweden) with Flevobike (NL)
 Can carry a payload of up to 150 kg but remains
nimble, with a tight turning circle. A combination of
Rohloff speedhub and a 250W pedal-assist
electrical mid-drive offers the bike the power and
torque it needs to mule heavy loads up steep
hillsides.
 Narrower than many freight trikes, it allows drivers
to overtake other cyclists on paths and easily find
parking spots
 A double-wishbone suspension permits riders to
drive over unequal areas at full throttle without
stressing the frame nor damaging the payload
within.
 Modular : different trailers can be attached.
the Armadillo is not your standard bike

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towards modularity & standardisation …
On the issues to be addressed…
 Dimensions: Euro dimensions inside or outside? 80cm corresponds
to euro pallets and acceptable width for cycle lanes
 Weight: fixing maximum payload would facilitate vehicle &
handling equipment design
 Handling: Forklifts or manual (using ramps)? if ramps: position of
castors (« fixed » or rotating), position of handles…
 Fixation to vehicles (cargo bike, van): locking pins, latching points
 Access doors: on one side, on both sides, behind? locking system ?
 Container structure: stacking of several containers possible?
 Ingress Protection (IP) rating : solid particle, liquid, mechanical
impact…
On the method …
 Gradual, consensual
convergence towards
industry standards
 Priorities: start with crucial
issues and seek not
perfection
 Anticipation on the basis of
a commonly accepted
roadmap

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goals
of the
 knowledge sharing, within
the ECLF and with other
institutions
 training and support for cycle
logistics operators and new
businesses
eclfconference2015.bike
event@eclfconference2015.bike

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thank you
Francisco Luciano
francisco@luciano.com
federation.cyclelogistics.eu
BRASIL ECOPROJECTS
Marcelo Felipozzi
marcelofelipozzi@gmail.com