DECARBOMILE Project pilots micro-hub and cargo bike scheme to cut delivery emissions in Logroño

Source: EU Urban Mobility Observatory

As part of the DECARBOMILE Horizon Europe project, the Spanish city of Logroño has launched its first urban freight micro-hub and a public municipal cargo bike service to reduce emissions from last-mile deliveries. These initiatives underline the city’s growing commitment to rethinking urban logistics through sustainability and efficiency.

Developed with the support of the Municipality of Logroño, Intelligent Parking, and other local partners, the scheme positions Logroño as a leading model for low-emission freight transport in Europe.

The pilot includes a modular micro-hub next to the Revellín parking lot, equipped with:

• Solar-powered units
• Charging stations for electric cargo bikes
• Secure digital access for logistics operators

This infrastructure enables goods to be transferred from vans to e-cargo bikes, ensuring cleaner, more sustainable deliveries.

In addition, citizens and businesses can access the municipal cargo bikes – each with a 100kg capacity – free of charge for up to four hours daily, supported by integrated digital tools. A public demonstration on 8 July 2025 successfully engaged couriers, merchants, and residents, encouraging wider adoption of the service.

The pilot will run until August 2026, with expansion plans including:

• A second micro-hub at San Blas Market
• Deployment of smart lockers
• Real-time monitoring to track usage and emissions

The DECARBOMILE project aims to provide a replicable blueprint for sustainable urban freight across Europe, helping cities achieve climate goals while improving quality of life for residents. The project states on its website, “Logroño’s experience illustrates that with the right partnerships, citizen engagement, and technical support, European cities can rapidly transition toward cleaner, smarter logistics.”