Author(s)

MARKUS SIHVONEN, HANNA TAKALA

Abstract

The road transport industry is facing increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint and transition towards eco-friendly solutions. One prominent approach has been the adoption of alternative energy sources for heavy vehicles, with electric trucks emerging as the most promising option due to their reduced emissions, lower fuel costs and improved performance. Concurrently, governments are introducing policies and directives aimed at significantly decreasing CO₂ emissions caused by road transport, often favouring the implementation of smart mobility hubs (SMH) as a means to mitigate the negative impact of road traffic on cities. In line with this movement, the MORE Industrial Park, a major SMH in southern Finland, is pursuing a development strategy to transform into an eco-industrial park with a mission to achieve an emission-free zone. This paper aims to propose a zero-emission first-/lastmile road transportation strategy for the MORE Industrial Park, which serves as a critical SMH for local industries in Hämeenlinna and Janakkala, Finland. The proposed solution suggests utilizing the latest ICT technologies, electric power trains, and the Mobility as a Service concept for sustainable mobility and logistics. The solution seeks to contribute to a greener and more efficient road transport industry in the region.

Keywords

smart mobility hub, sustainable mobility, CO₂-free transport, battery electric