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An important step towards sustainable logistics: Smart Delta Resources partners DFDS and Volvo Trucks are shifting their container transport between Ghent and the port of Antwerp from daytime to night-time. This innovative collaboration not only increases the efficiency of the transport chain, but also underlines their clear commitment to sustainability.

Smart collaboration for sustainable mobility

DFDS and Volvo Trucks are working together to make their logistics processes more sustainable. For some time now, a significant proportion of container traffic carrying spare parts between Volvo Trucks' distribution centre in Ghent and the terminals in Antwerp has been carried out at night using heavy electric trucks. This approach ensures emission-free transport and makes optimal use of the quieter night-time hours.


The advantages of night-time logistics at a glance

The advantages of night-time logistics are compelling:
• Less traffic congestion, faster service: daytime traffic congestion is avoided, resulting in fewer delays and greater delivery reliability.
• Better use of infrastructure: roads and port facilities are used more efficiently outside peak hours.
• Higher vehicle utilisation: night transport increases the availability of the vehicle fleet.
• More efficient chain organisation: administrative processes are handled during the day, ensuring smooth night-time journeys.


Every night, DFDS electric trucks depart from Ghent with full containers of spare parts destined for worldwide distribution. This amounts to around 150 containers per month, which were previously transported during the day. DFDS wants to further intensify night-time transport, partly by expanding its electric fleet.

The collaboration between DFDS and Volvo Trucks demonstrates that night-time logistics is both ecologically and economically feasible. This pioneering approach makes a concrete contribution to a more efficient and sustainable future for logistics in the port region.

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