NanoHubZone

The NanoHubZone project addresses the environmental and logistical challenges of traditional urban delivery systems, which rely heavily on large vehicles that contribute to traffic congestion and high CO2 emissions. Inspired by the growing need for sustainable last-mile delivery solutions, the project introduces modular transshipment zones in Barcelona and Brussels. These zones act as micro-logistics hubs, enabling the transfer of goods from larger delivery trucks to cargo bikes and supporting multi-actor usage.

The project’s real innovation lies in its ability to create modular transshipment zones that mutualize surfaces between different private actors. This multi-actor approach makes the solution highly attractive for public entities, encouraging their engagement in deploying a network of sustainable urban logistics infrastructures. Through close collaboration with municipalities and local stakeholders, the project ensures alignment with public mobility goals and fosters public-private partnerships for implementation.

The main objective is to implement, test and evaluate this innovative logistics model. The project involves key partners, including OVO Sàrl, VUB, CIMNE, AMTU, and Bruxelles Mobilité, combining expertise in logistics, urban planning, and stakeholder engagement. By addressing urban delivery inefficiencies, NanoHubZone aims to reduce traffic, lower emissions, and improve the quality of life in cities. It provides a scalable solution for sustainable urban logistics, setting the stage for replication in other urban areas globally.