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Traffic Filter Integration with Kerbside Management Technology in Lambeth

26th March 2025 / Posted by Katherine Fairfax

CRP have recently published an informative case study on Traffic Filter Integration with Kerbside Management Technology in Lambeth, as part of the Defra-funded Kerbside Management Trial.  

CRP worked with London Borough of Lambeth and Grid Smarter Cities to trial 2 Virtual Loading Bays (VLB) along The Cut, Waterloo, located either side of an existing traffic filter.   

Virtual Loading Bays (VLBs) are dedicated spaces at the kerbside that can be pre-booked by participating operators to load and unload goods using the Grid Kerb booking platform. 

The trial also incorporated the ability for freight and servicing vehicles to pass through the existing traffic filter at the junction of The Cut and Short Street when they booked the VLBs via the Kerb platform. The aim was to reduce the number of freight and servicing vehicles travelling down smaller residential streets (e.g. Boundary Row), reducing vehicle circulation and emissions, and improving delivery driver efficiency. 

Read the case study here.

The Kerbside Management Trial is part of Smarter Greener Logistics (SGL) a Defra-funded project led by Westminster City Council in collaboration with 25 project partners. The project aims to minimise the impact of freight on noise, air quality, traffic and pavement space in London by making improvements across 14 London boroughs and two London Business Improvement Districts (BIDs).  

Let’s Spring Into Action

26th March 2025 / Posted by Ross Phillips

Spring has Sprung! And with that comes more daylight, warmer temperatures, parks and gardens filled with colour and a bit more sunshine (fingers crossed!). All of these are a recipe for spending more time outdoors, enjoying nature whilst walking, wheeling, scooting or cycling.  

We have been collating some stories from the Healthy Streets Everyday II (HSE II) partners and the CRP team about their favourite places to spend time outside walking, wheeling, scooting or cycling across London to give you inspiration about where you can spend your Spring.   

This all forms part of our Spring Into Action campaign, which will be running throughout March, April and May on CRP’s social media channels.  

The HSE II programme, CRP’s Mayor’s Air Quality Funded 3-year programme, will address the issue of over-dependence on private vehicles, and the associated issues of poor Air Quality, Environment, Safety, Health, and Wellbeing. The programme will support more people to walk, wheel, scoot and cycle in greener, less polluted areas in London.  

We hope this inspires more of you to find new hidden gems and spend more time outdoors this Spring in London and beyond.  

Check CRP’s LinkedIn and X channels for more information! 

For more information about this campaign, contact CRP Project Lead for Healthy Streets Everyday II, Ross Phillips.

CRP Attends the Port of London Authorities’ Net Zero Coalition

26th March 2025 / Posted by Fiona Coull

CRP is delighted to be a stakeholder on the Port of London Authority (PLA) Net Zero Coalition. 

The coalition met earlier this month to discuss key topics such as the Net Zero River Plan, and how to encourage modal shift on to the river in terms of logistics. 

There were also some interesting presentations by Woods Silver Fleet and Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, who shared learnings and challenges associated with the development of their upcoming electric vessels. 

We look forward to the next meeting!   

For more information on CRP’s river freight work, visit our Thames Directory here.  

CRP Launches Ambitious Pan-London Freight Flow Study

26th February 2025 / Posted by Sarah Meertens

This month CRP launched an ambitious Freight Flow Study, outlining actions to make freight logistics in London cleaner, safer, and more efficient.  

With freight activity expected to grow in the coming years, CRP’s report sets out a clear pathway to address these challenges and create a logistics system that benefits businesses, residents, and the environment. The study identifies opportunities to encourage the shift to low-emission vehicles, improve freight infrastructure, enhance safety for vulnerable road users, and adopt innovative, data-driven solutions. 

Delivered in collaboration with Steer consultants, the report features case studies from the London Boroughs of Lambeth, Hackney, and Ealing, providing real-world insights into the relationship between freight activity and its effects on air quality, congestion, and health. 

Read the executive summary here: https://crossriverpartnership.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/CRP-London-Freight-Flows-Study-Executive-Summary.pdf

Read the full report here: https://crossriverpartnership.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/CRP-London-Freight-Flows-Study-Full-Report.pdf

CRP’s Freight Flow Study is part of Smarter Greener Logistics (SGL), a Defra-funded project led by Westminster City Council in collaboration with 25 project partners. The project aims to minimise the impact of freight on noise, air quality, traffic and pavement space in London by making improvements across 14 London boroughs and two London Business Improvement Districts (BIDs). 

For more information, contact CRP Project Manager Isidora Rivera Vollmer.

Tailored Solutions for Success with CRPs Consultancy Services

26th February 2025 / Posted by Susannah Wilks

Cross River Partnership (CRP) is very pleased to be able to offer consultancy services to any organisation that is interested.   

We have been providing Data Analysis and Monitoring Services to South Bank BID for 4 years now, to support their place making and public realm management work.  Maybe we could help you too? 

CRP’s areas of expertise span: 

  • Decarbonisation and Sustainability 
  • Placemaking and Greening 
  • Strategy Planning 
  • Monitoring and Data Analysis 
  • Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement 

Please see our Consultancy webpage for more information: CRP Consultancy Services – Cross River Partnership. 

For further information please contact CRP’s Senior Programme Manager Fiona Coull. 

Just Streets: Designing People-Friendly Streets across Europe

26th February 2025 / Posted by Sefinat Otaru

It’s hard to believe that over a year has passed since the launch of Just Streets. Those of you who follow us know we’ve been busy working on three exciting projects across central London: 

  • A School Street initiative in Lambeth 

Some of you may have joined our recent engagement and co-creation sessions. The latest took place earlier this month at St Marylebone Parish Church for the parklet, led by students from the University of Westminster, our technical partner. Lambeth Council’s School Streets team and mobility expert, Systra, also held an engagement session with parents and residents outside a primary school in Lambeth. 

Our 32 partners across Europe have been hard at work as well. We recently had our General Assembly online, where we shared updates on our activities. The pilot cities are making progress with their engagement sessions and sharing valuable insights with the consortium. 

In London, we’re excited to keep the momentum going. We look forward to continuing our conversations with stakeholders and their contributions to further co-design workshops. We also look forward to finalising the designs and moving forward with the installation approval process. 

For more information contact CRP Project Lead for Just Streets Sefinat Otaru.

International Women’s Day

26th February 2025 / Posted by Pooja Jani

Saturday 8th March marks International Women’s Day and this year’s theme is #AccelerateAction. 

International Women’s Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting women’s advancement. 

According to the World Economic Forum, at the current rate of progress, it will take until 2158 to reach full gender parity. 

Therefore, it is important to take swift and decisive steps to achieve gender equality. It calls for increased momentum and urgency in addressing the systemic barriers and biases that women face, both in personal and professional spheres. 

One of the biggest ways to help Accelerate Action for gender equality is to Support the Supporters.  

With so many impactful groups across the world delivering critical work that assists women and girls, we can all lend our support in solidarity. 

That’s why for 2025, IWD sees a big call-to-action for all IWD events to incorporate an element of women-focused fundraising.  

From grassroots groups to large-scale bodies, philanthropic entities are working tirelessly to support and advance women and girls. So let’s step forward in solidarity and commit to helping these groups #AccelerateAction for IWD 2025 and beyond. 

Show Nature some love this month!

26th February 2025 / Posted by Marie Stobbart

Nature, will you be my Valentine? 

The 14th of February marked a day that you either love or dread – Valentine’s Day. But why just show love to your partner? With January 2025 being the hottest month on record ever, Nature deserves our love this February (and every other month, but February is a good place to start).  

Here are some little things you can do this month to show nature your love:  

  • Incorporate active travel into your daily commute. You could try walking, cycling or scooting part of (or all) the way to your destination! Using public transport instead of a car is also a great way to reduce CO² emissions.  
  • Incorporate more plant-based foods into your diet and buy more local, seasonal produce. You can find some great recipes here! 
  • If you have a balcony or windowsill, plant some flowers or herbs in pots. Having house plants is proven to increase wellbeing and reduce stress, and it will also provide some much-needed greenery for insects and bees.  

These small changes can make a big difference.  

Spread the love. 

Unlocking the Potential of River Freight: CRP features in latest edition of CiTTi Magazine.

26th February 2025 / Posted by Katie Smith

Cross River Partnership (CRP) has been prominently featured in the February 2025 issue of CiTTi Magazine, highlighting its innovative contributions to urban transport, in particular river freight.  

Read the full article here: https://flickread.com/edition/html/6798c6a1ec8bd#22  

The article showcases CRP’s pioneering London Light Freight River Trial, delivered through CRP’s Defra funded Clean Air Logistics for London Programme. 

The trial supported to demonstrate the viability of river freight as a sustainable logistics solution. For trial learnings and outcomes read the full deep dive case study report: CALL Deep Dive: London Light Freight River Trial 

CRP Senior Programme Manager Fiona Coull highlights our continued work and passion for increasing the use of the River Thames for deliveries in London. 

It’s time to rethink how we use our rivers for a cleaner, greener London!  

Westminster Low-Emission Micro Logistics Hub

26th February 2025 / Posted by Katherine Fairfax

CRP is delighted to announce its continued commitment to delivering sustainable logistics solutions by supporting the development of a low-emission micro logistics hub in the City of Westminster. This initiative, funded by Westminster City Council’s (WCC) Carbon Offset Fund, aligns with the Council’s climate action goals while addressing the challenges of freight-related emissions and traffic congestion. 

The proposed micro logistics hub will optimise last-mile deliveries through innovative consolidation practices and the promotion of zero-tailpipe emission transport modes such as e-cargo bikes.  

With a supported 6-month trial for a low-emission courier in Westminster, this initiative delivered by CRP will enable significant reductions in carbon emissions, support sustainable freight, and help local businesses. The project will also create new green jobs, providing vital economic opportunities and contributing to Westminster City Council’s objectives of becoming greener, fairer, and safer. 

Read the full press release here: https://crossriverpartnership.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Press-Release-CRP-COF-Hub-Project.pdf  

For further information, please contact CRP Project Manager Isidora Rivera Vollmer. 

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