Construction Logistics
Logistics focuses on resource efficiency. An efficient logistics plan will create cost-saving opportunities, as strategies that reduce material wastage and lower carbon footprint will also cut costs.
Key resources
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Overview of construction logistics
Learn more about material logistics planning and strategies to cut waste
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Material Logistics Plan template
Create your own Material Logistics Plan using the WRAP template and checklist
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Construction Consolidation Centres
An overview of CCC's and an indication of some of the associated costs and benefits.
MLP resources
- Materials Logistic Plan - good practice guidance
Guidance for clients, design teams and contractors on developing and implementing a material logistics plan
- MLP briefing note
Overview: save waste and cut costs and carbon emissions
- Reverse Logistics Model
Assess the benefits of back-hauling waste materials using delivery vehicles
- Reverse Logistics Model User guide
- MLP Workshop presentation
Materials logistics planning workshop presentation (large file)
Reverse Logistics case studies
Packaging
- Reusable packaging
Briefing notes for contractors and product suppliers
- Pallet waste and reusable pallets at Aggregate Industries
More
- The Shard
Logistics and procurement
- Off Site Construction
- Transport for London
London Freight Matters microsite
