Advances and barriers in promoting green logistics 4.0 from a multi-stakeholder perspective–a systematic review

Thu-Hang Hoang (), Thi-Trang Tran (), Lam Nha Tu Huynh (), Dung Khanh Vo (), Bao Gia Huynh (), Tam Minh Thi Tran () and Nguyen Dang Nguyen ()
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Thu-Hang Hoang: School of International Business – Marketing, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City
Thi-Trang Tran: HUTECH University
Lam Nha Tu Huynh: School of International Business – Marketing, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City
Dung Khanh Vo: School of International Business – Marketing, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City
Bao Gia Huynh: School of International Business – Marketing, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City
Tam Minh Thi Tran: School of International Business – Marketing, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City
Nguyen Dang Nguyen: School of International Business – Marketing, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City

Environment Systems and Decisions, 2025, vol. 45, issue 2, 1-19

Abstract: Abstract As industries transition toward sustainability, Green Logistics (GL) has become a key driver for reducing the environmental impact of supply chain operations. This study conducts a systematic review from a multi-stakeholder perspective, exploring how Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies transform GL by enhancing efficiency, performance, and environmental responsibility. It examines GL’s technological advancements and techniques within the I4.0 era while identifying key barriers, including financial constraints, regulatory challenges, and resistance from primary and secondary stakeholders, that hinder widespread adoption. Our findings highlight that I4.0-driven innovations, such as IoT, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and automation, reshape logistics practices, offering new pathways for greener and more efficient supply chains. However, these advancements come with trade-offs, requiring careful evaluation of technological uncertainties, adoption costs, and evolving regulatory landscapes. Additionally, this study categorizes the tech and components that contribute to the promotion of GL, offering a structured understanding of how digital transformation interacts with sustainability goals. Ultimately, GL 4.0 presents both opportunities and challenges, demanding collaborative efforts across industries, policymakers, and communities to unlock its full potential. This review hopes to contribute to the growing discourse on digital transformation in green logistics, offering insights to guide firms and decision-makers in accelerating the shift toward more sustainable supply chains.

Keywords: Green logistics; Industry 4.0; Technologies; Stakeholder theory; Barriers; Literature review (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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