Sustainability within the supply chain continues to improve, creating economic and environmental benefits for shippers and transportation providers. A wide range of solutions that can reduce carbon emissions, increase efficiency and improve operations is already available, and new solutions are on the horizon.
Emerging Technologies
Equipment and technology continue to advance at a rapid pace, which is bringing new solutions to transportation and supply chains. Hydrogen holds promise for over-the-road trucking, and the North American Council for Freight Efficiency said two paths are emerging — fuel cell electric and hydrogen internal combustion engines. NACFE noted that hydrogen is not optimal for all duty cycles, but hydrogen fuel cell tractors are the only viable zero-emission solution currently proposed for long-haul heavy-duty trucks.
Additionally, legislators and regulators are investing in hydrogen production and fueling infrastructure. The State of Sustainable Fleets 2023 report said a viable refueling landscape could soon exist. Equipment manufacturers are continuing to test and introduce heavy-duty hydrogen solutions.
Artificial intelligence and machine learning technology are expected to enhance the supply chain by improving decision-making and increasing efficiency. Use cases include better route optimization, more advanced predictive maintenance and automated yard checks.
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