Improving interfaces between long haul and short haul freight transport as key towards sustainability

Kurzfassung

According to research from the WRI, around 10 years are left to half emissions of freight transport to reach climate targets. Much has been achieved during recent years; most solutions remain isolated approaches for e.g., specific transport modes or transport challenges. Improving freight transport requires a systemic approach though. In particular, the interface between long haul and short haul transport is key to achieving the needed change. In our session representatives of industry, politics and research discuss how to improve this interface, what opportunities and challenges they have observed and experienced, and how hurdles will be overcome.