Sustainable Urban Transport and Logistics Management
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Transportation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 July 2026 | Viewed by 29
Special Issue Editors
Interests: transportation planning and management; transportation information and control systems; logistics engineering; Artificial Intelligence
Interests: transportation planning and management; transport network optimization models and algorithms; urban multi-modal transportation systems; transport network carrying capacity
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Interests: urban comprehensive transportation planning; emerging technologies in transportation systems; transportation energy and environment
Interests: data-driven optimization of multi-modal public transit systems; big data-based analysis of traffic accident severity; traffic pollution control and mitigation
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on the critical need for resilient, low-carbon urban transport and logistics systems in the context of rapid urbanization, increasing traffic congestion, growing emissions, and evolving supply chain challenges. It explores a range of innovative strategies—including multimodal transport optimization, fleet electrification, smart logistics technologies, and AI-driven solutions—aimed at reducing ecological footprints and improving route efficiency. Contributions emphasize data-driven urban freight management, the promotion of shared mobility, and integrated policy frameworks that balance environmental sustainability with economic efficiency.
Crucially, the Special Issue highlights the interdependences among public transport equity, last-mile delivery innovation, and urban governance as essential components for achieving comprehensive urban sustainability. By bridging academic research with practical case studies, this Special Issue provides actionable pathways for decarbonizing urban mobility while advancing social inclusivity and economic vitality. It calls for interdisciplinary research on smart city initiatives, green logistics, autonomous vehicles, and energy-efficient transportation systems.
Yours faithfully,
Prof. Dr. Changjiang Zheng
Dr. Muqing Du
Dr. Xiaonian Shan
Dr. Jinxing Shen
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- sustainable urban transport
- green logistics
- smart city initiatives
- autonomous vehicles
- multimodal transport systems
- traffic optimization
- energy-efficient transportation
- urban logistics management
- resilient transport systems
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