Clean Port and Logistics

Clean Port & Logistics

International cluster for decarbonising heavy duty logistics

The cluster compares alternative powertrain technologies for heavy duty equipment in ports in practical tests and provides its partners with a broad network to accelerate the transition to eco-friendly logistics. The centrepieces of the cluster are test fields where prototypes of heavy duty equipment are tested in everyday operation, enabling initial experience in the application of hydrogen and electricity.

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Participating companies from different business areas. Read more about our Partners

The Idea

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The Aims

Robust foundations for decision-making:

Current discussions on climate-neutral heavy duty vehicles remain largely theoretical. Yet, companies lack the certainty that the vehicles can effectively fulfill real-world operational needs and are to be operated economically. Our data and simulations conducted in our test fields by our scientific partners enable us to create practical tools. These tools empower operators to confidently chart their fleet conversion journey based on empirical evidence.

Rapid market maturity of technologies:

Today, operators seeking alternative powertrains for heavy duty equipment often struggle to find reliable zero-emission devices in the market. Leveraging direct feedback from our test fields and insights from working groups to manufacturers, our cluster expedites the development of zero-emission devices. We identify and address market hurdles early, fostering accelerated market maturity for these technologies.

Lively marketplace with swift solutions:

Transitioning to decarbonized heavy duty equipment inevitably brings unforeseen challenges during implementation. Our cluster provides a dynamic network where challenges are met with solutions and difficulties serve as opportunities for innovative business ventures. This environment facilitates the rapid adoption of solutions within the marketplace.

Outcome cards

The learnings are intended to be shared within the cluster members using the so called “Outcome Cards.” For different key areas -infrastructure, terminal layout, and equipment- unique sets of “virtual cards” will be developed. These sets will summarize crucial information, illustrate the current market situation and trends, and provide a summary of simulation results, economic tipping points for different use cases and technologies, experiences from practical testing, while also addressing overarching topics such as safety, maintenance, and training.

Cluster-Setup

Test Fields
Conducting tests, employing specialized equipment, and gathering practical data to navigate the nuances of new powertrains stand as a crucial pillar in meeting our objectives. Explore further insights here.

Working Groups
The working groups serve as forums to discuss the initial values for the simulations, which include vehicle data, infrastructure assumptions and operating parameters. These groups also facilitate the exchange of results and experiences from the test fields. Discover more information here.

Simulation
We work with scientific partners to construct simulation models that use validated parameters from real-world scenarios and allow us to perform extrapolations for different use cases. Find out more here.