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From Road Transport to Intermodal Freight: The Formula 1 Races Logistics Case

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  • Martina Maria Petralia

    (Department of Engineering for Industrial Systems and Technologies, University of Parma, Parco Area delle Scienze 181/A, 43124 Parma, Italy)

  • Letizia Tebaldi

    (Department of Engineering for Industrial Systems and Technologies, University of Parma, Parco Area delle Scienze 181/A, 43124 Parma, Italy)

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According to the Formula 1 commitment to produce net zero carbon emissions by 2030, the present paper examines the environmental impact of Formula 1 logistics by means of a case study carried out from the point of view of an Italian company, with reference to the European Grand Prix. Logistics accounts for approximately 49% of the sport’s total emissions and accordingly, to reduce its carbon footprint, addressing the logistics activity is vital. Two scenarios are compared in detail: AS-IS, involving only road transport of assets, and TO-BE, in which a combined rail–road approach (i.e., intermodal freight) is implemented. While the AS-IS scenario is more cost-effective, it has a significant environmental impact in terms of CO 2 emissions; in contrast, though more complex and costly, TO-BE offers major advantages for environmental sustainability, including reduced emissions (approximately half compared to AS-IS) and improved efficiency through intermodal transport units. This study stresses that a combined transport system, facilitated by the European rail infrastructure, is a more sustainable option for Formula 1 logistics. However, achieving full carbon neutrality still represents a challenge that will require further innovations and collaboration among the stakeholders of this world.

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  • Martina Maria Petralia & Letizia Tebaldi, 2025. "From Road Transport to Intermodal Freight: The Formula 1 Races Logistics Case," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 17(15), pages 1-19, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:17:y:2025:i:15:p:6889-:d:1712595
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