Optimization of a rural bus service integrated with e-commerce deliveries guided by a new sustainable policy in China

He, Dongdong; Ceder, Avishai; Zhang, Wenyi; Guan, Wei; Qi, Geqi

doi:10.1016/j.tre.2023.103069

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“…At the operational level, routing problems are very relevant. The authors of [19] worked on the bus routing problem and bus trip scheduling with the objective of minimizing cost for the transit user and operator; they proposed a meta-heuristic model. At the strategic level, the authors of [20] proposed a reliable scheduling method to optimize the electric bus schedules and worked on minimizing the operational costs while avoiding transportation interruptions due to energy shortages.…”

Section: Planning Levelmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Integration of Urban Freight in Public Transportation: A Systematic Literature Review

El Amrani,

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Benmoussa

et al. 2024

Sustainability

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Urban logistics face growing complexity as cities seek sustainable development pathways; one solution is integrating freight transportation with public transit. The purpose of this study is to evaluate current practices, identify gaps, and highlight opportunities for advancement in this field. Through a comprehensive literature review guided by four research questions, this study evaluates methodologies, vehicle choices, the application of intermodal containers, and the shared use of public transportation infrastructure for freight delivery. A meticulous search methodology was employed to select references, which were then analyzed and classified into two main tables. Findings reveal a progression from initial pilot projects and cost analyses to sophisticated planning and optimization challenges, with a focus on metro networks and buses. This study uncovers a predilection for certain research types, the utilization of varied transportation modes, underexplored intermodal container use, and an emerging emphasis on transshipment operations. The integration of freight and public transportation within urban settings is identified as a dynamic and diversifying field, with significant potential for contributing to sustainable urban development. We outline nine areas for future research, including the incorporation of external costs and congestion effects into optimization models, and the exploration of unmanned vehicles, thereby laying the groundwork for more inclusive and efficient urban logistics solutions.

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Section: Planning Levelmentioning

confidence: 99%