PROJECT: ViDeLL

ViDeLL – Virtual Dedicated Logistics Lanes for Automated Freight Transport

ViDeLL – Virtual Dedicated Logistics Lanes for Automated Freight Transport PROJECT: ViDeLL

in short

The ViDeLL project develops a traffic concept that uses virtual road sections exclusively for automated logistics vehicles. By combining intelligent infrastructure and dynamic control systems, the initiative aims to increase flexibility and efficiency in urban and industrial transport.

Full Project Name: ViDeLL – Virtual Dedicated Logistics Lanes

Funding Code: EFRE-20801673

Duration: January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2028

Funding Authority: Ministry for Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Action and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (MWIKE)

Project Management Agency: Projektträger Jülich (PtJ)

Consortium Lead: TH Köln

RESEARCH OBJEcTIVES

Objective 1

Develop a scalable concept for temporary virtual road sections that can be allocated to automated logistics vehicles during specific periods.

Objective 2

Integrate infrastructure technologies such as smart road markings and localized sensors to support secure, virtual lane implementation.

Objective 3

Produce dynamic algorithms and control systems that allocate and manage virtual logistics lanes based on real-time traffic data.

Description

The Project in detail

The Challenge

Freight transport is approaching capacity limits on existing road infrastructure, especially in dense urban and industrial regions. Traditional solutions such as dedicating physical lanes for specific vehicle groups are often impractical due to cost, space constraints, and regulatory hurdles. ViDeLL addresses this by creating virtual logistics lanes that can be flexibly activated on existing road space for automated vehicles, significantly reducing infrastructure investment needs while improving traffic efficiency and utilization.

PEM Motion’s Approach

PEM Motion contributes to ViDeLL by integrating its industry expertise in intelligent transport systems and automation. Specifically, the company:

Supports the design and development of virtual logistics concepts that work with real-world automated vehicle technologies.

Contributes insights on sensor integration and real-time traffic control systems needed to dynamically allocate virtual lanes.

Helps develop safety concepts and regulatory recommendations necessary for real-world deployment of virtual logistics lanes within existing urban traffic environments.

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 PROJECT: ViDeLL
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