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Electrification of DHL's BeNeLux Middle-Mile Transportation Process

Smit, S. (2025) Electrification of DHL's BeNeLux Middle-Mile Transportation Process.

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Abstract:The thesis presents an evaluation algorithm aimed at determining the suitability of DHL routes for electrification, concentrating on essential input parameters such as truck battery capacity, charging power, and the State of Charge (SoC) upon arrival at hubs. The primary objective of this evaluation method is to pinpoint the most suitable routes and hubs for launching the electrification initiative. Additionally, a second method addresses the simultaneous demand for charging stations from multiple trucks, conceptualized as a Capacitated Homogeneous Electric Vehicle Pickup and Delivery Problem with Time Windows. In this framework, the input consists of a fixed route sequence that cannot be modified for loading and unloading activities, although an additional stop for recharging can be integrated into the sequence. The aim is to improve the feasibility of driving routes with electric trucks by exploring three strategies: waiting at a location for a charging station to become available, detouring to a nearby hub with an accessible charging station, or continuing to the next destination if the truck can reach it while meeting the required SoC threshold. This combined approach enables DHL to effectively implement electric truck operations within their logistics network.
Item Type:Essay (Master)
Clients:
DHL E-Commerce (Netherlands) b.v., Utrecht, The Netherlands
Faculty:BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences
Subject:31 mathematics, 55 traffic technology, transport technology, 58 process technology, 85 business administration, organizational science
Programme:Industrial Engineering and Management MSc (60029)
Link to this item:https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/106336
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