You can start to imagine a network of national re-distribution centres sited close to motorways, with fully automated warehouses reloading the 'local' distribution vehicles. Starting with the automation of the 'trunk ' routes, with later adoption of local autonomous deliveries as the technology becomes more widespread.
Looks a little like metal tracks, marshalling yards, local sidings into factories, and 3 wheeler local deliveries. Sounds familar?
The only unknown will be when aerial drones get adopted into the model. But maybe only for high values small bulk items?
Presumably the big saving comes when vehicle trains become shared for 'return' journeys - no restrictive driving hours .
Last edited by: sherlock47 on Fri 25 Aug 17 at 17:02
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