Electrifying the Last-Mile Logistics (LML) in Intensive B2B Operations—An European Perspective on Integrating Innovative Platforms

Alejandro Sanz () and Peter Meyer
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Alejandro Sanz: Sagax.tech., Hof van Londen 40, 7007KT Doetinchem, The Netherlands
Peter Meyer: Alliance Automotive Group, Darwinstraat 20, 6718XR Ede, The Netherlands

Logistics, 2024, vol. 8, issue 2, 1-39

Abstract: Background : literature on last mile logistic electrification has primarily focused either on the stakeholder interactions defining urban rules and policies for urban freight or on the technical aspects of the logistic EVs. Methods : the article incorporates energy sourcing, vehicles, logistics operation, and digital cloud environment, aiming at economic and functional viability. Using a combination of engineering and business modeling combined with the unique opportunity of the actual insights from Europe’s largest tender in the automotive aftermarket electrification. Results : the Last Mile Logistics (LML) electrification is possible and profitable without jeopardizing the high-tempo deliveries. Critical asset identification for a viable transition to EVs leads to open new lines of research for future logistic dynamics rendered possible by the digital dimensions of the logistic ecosystem. Conclusions : beyond the unquestionable benefits for the environment, the electrification of the LML constitutes an opportunity to enhance revenue and diversify income.

Keywords: LML-electrification; profitability; EV-charging infrastructure; EV logistics service level agreement (SLA); classic vs. new logistics; cloud-based digital platforms; mobility service providers (MSP); EV-aftermarket B2B logistics; asset optimization; environmental and social impact (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: L8 L80 L81 L86 L87 L9 L90 L91 L92 L93 L98 L99 M1 M10 M11 M16 M19 R4 R40 R41 R49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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