The WISTAR project recently conducted a technical visit to Caen, France, exploring innovative solutions for sustainable urban logistics and inland waterway transport. The team visited the Canal de Caen à la Mer, a vital 15-kilometer waterway connecting Caen's city center to the English Channel.
Key highlights included:
1. Observing the thriving fish industry in Ouistreham, where efficient logistics support fresh seafood distribution.
2. Exploring "Tout en vélo," an eco-friendly urban delivery service using cargo bicycles for last-mile logistics.
3. Learning about the IW-Net project's advanced tracking and tracing systems for optimizing multimodal transport.
4. Witnessing a demonstration of NEAC Electronics' autonomous water shuttle, showcasing potential for sustainable cargo and delivery services.
These innovations align with WISTAR's goals of developing shallow waterway-capable e-ships and simplified transshipment points. The visit provided valuable insights into integrating waterways with urban logistics, supporting the project's mission to unlock economic opportunities and drive sustainable growth in rural areas across North-West Europe.
The full report detailing the recent technical visit can be accessed here:
