Why is this Project Relevant for ALICE & the Physical Internet?

LOGISTICS NODES

The concept of proximity terminal brought by CLUSTERS 2.0 is very relevant to PI node definition, as it introduces the hierarchy of nodes and related coordinated and collaborative features

Coordination and connectivity are the main keywords that Clusters 2.0 addresses with regards to nodes (http://www.clusters20.eu/the-project). The work done and tested is a relevant starting point for Generation 1.

LOGISTICS NETWORKS

CLUSTERS 2.0 worked on developing solutions for networking freight operations such as the Symbiotic Network of Logistics Clusters (more information available at http://www.clusters20.eu/?cpo_portfolio=symbiotic-network-of-logistics-clusters). Data sharing platforms and a framework for inter-cluster cooperation along intermodal transport chains were developed and tested for improving the visibility of supply chains and promote collaboration.

The services deployed at cluster level (grouped in 5 different Living Labs) are relevant for Generation 1.

SYSTEM OF LOGISTICS NETWORKS

CLUSTERS 2.0 had the ambition to achieve a significant step forward in the European Transport performance through a hyper connected network of logistics hubs and clusters and worked for overcoming barriers and enabling collaboration in the Logistics domain. The overall project concept is focused on communities grouped into clusters which is interesting for PI System Level functionality roadmap

The CargoStream solution works on bundling of freight volumes (details are provided in the deliverable D2.4 Cluster Community System Tool) introducing the concept of a neutral and open platform. this example can be taken as horizontal collaboration and is relevant for Generation 3.