Global New Mobility Coalition releases new ambition statement on the future of urban deliveries
E-commerce's rapid expansion has shifted consumer expectations, increasing delivery volumes.
Globally, e-commerce accounts for about 20% of retail sales and is increasing the number of delivery vehicles on urban roads. If things continue as they are, carbon emissions from urban delivery transportation might rise by 60% by 2030, according to the World Economic Forum (WEF).
Although this delivers economic benefits and convenience for consumers, it also poses issues such as increasing congestion, pollutants, and safety risks. Improving urban delivery systems is critical for sustainability and efficiency.
The Global New Mobility Coalition (GNMC) of the World Economic Forum (WEF) released a new ambition statement on the future of urban deliveries, backed up by several private companies and organisations, including POLIS.
Its overall objective is to improve the efficiency and sustainability of urban deliveries by 2030. It includes contributions from industry leaders and city authorities. The statement sets out a vision for embracing sustainable deliveries and allows organisations across the ecosystem to express their support for a more sustainable future for the sector.
The statement includes recommendations for city governments, retailers and delivery companies, and the wide logistics ecosystem. More specifically, city governments have been identified as key partners in the journey towards sustainable urban deliveries. By creating supportive infrastructure, flexible regulations, and engaging with the private sector, cities can drive the transition to zero-emissions transport and innovative delivery models.
To read the ambition statement, click here.
