TfL Spotlights CRP’s London Light Freight Walking Trial

Transport for London has released a new collection of case studies highlighting pioneering approaches to sustainable logistics across the capital and we’re delighted that our London Light Freight Walking Trial has been featured.  

Completed in 2024, this project explored whether walking freight couriers using electric assisted trolleys (e-walkers) could provide a cleaner, more efficient last-mile delivery option in busy, pedestrian areas. 

Led by Cross River Partnership (CRP), the 10-month Defra funded trial was delivered in collaboration with The Fitzrovia Partnership, Camden Council, UPS and Heal’s.  

TfL’s case study highlights several important insights, including: 

• Walking freight offers a practical supplement to traditional delivery vehicles. 

• E-walkers provide a low-emission, cost effective solution for short, local delivery routes. 

• Couriers reported that e-walkers were easier, quicker and more practical when delivering in dense or challenging urban environments. 

We’re proud to see this innovative CRP project recognised by TfL as part of London’s growing body of evidence on sustainable logistics.  

Read the full case study here: Walking freight trial case study

CRP has a strong track record in bringing innovative, sustainable urban logistics to life — from pioneering walking freight and rolling out parcel locker networks, to testing logistics hubs and trialling river freight solutions. If you’re looking to make your organisation’s deliveries cleaner, smarter and more efficient, we’d love to hear from you. 

Contact CRP’s Fiona Coull to explore what we can achieve together!