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21 April 17

The Synchro-NET project: more info, more details

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LOGO SYNCHRONETSYNCHRO-NET aims to demonstrate how a powerful and innovative synchromodal supply chain eco-NET can catalyse the uptake of the slow steaming concept and synchro-modality, guaranteeing cost-effective robust solutions that de-stress the supply chain to reduce emissions and costs for logistics operations while simultaneously increasing reliability and service levels for logistics users.


The key concepts of Synchro-NET

‘Smart Steaming’: Within the sea freight business, even a small speed reduction shows significant impact on fuel costs and the carbon footprint. Furthermore, a better synchronization among the different actors allows shipping companies to adopt slow steaming strategies without introducing delays in the supply chain.

Into the Synchro-NET project three demonstrators will be developed:

The East- West Trade Lane Demonstrator

Regarding the East-West Trade Lane Demonstrator, the main ambition is to demonstrate the benefits of the Synchro-Net solution for

In particular, the objectives of this demonstrator are related to highlight the positive impact of slow steaming strategies in terms of emissions and costs, without impacting on delivery times.

Regional Demonstrator

The Regional Demonstrator will be focused on regional issues affecting the Irish supply chain. The aim of this demonstrator is to highlight how slow steaming strategies could impact at a macro level on the Irish industrial sector.

The Pan European Demonstrator

This Demonstrator is focused on the freight transportation within the EU and nearby Countries, mainly with inland transport modes or at most short sea routes.

One of the objectives of the Demonstrator is to enhance modal shift between different transport modes, increasing the use of railway for long haul logistics, considering the truck as the optimal option for last mile logistics.