The Paris 2024 Olympics: What are the impacts on your logistics?

Changes in urban logistics

Creation of the Île-de-France Olympic routes

To ensure the rapid and safe movement of athletes, officials and emergency teams, “Olympic lanes” will be put in place. These Dedicated corridors will significantly change the usual traffic, leading to major adjustments for all road users. Daily traffic will be impacted by these changes, which will require alternative routes and potentially longer travel times for residents and businesses.

Appearance of red zones and blue zones with highly regulated traffic on test days

The red and blue zones will be set up 2h30 before the 1st event of the day and until 1 hour after the last event of the day.

Outside of test periods, all travel will be authorized there in a normal manner.

• Red zone : Strictly regulated access with a ban on motorized traffic except for authorized vehicles. Deliveries and accesses will be subject to prior registration, and traffic schedules will be strictly controlled.

• Blue zone : If general transit is prohibited, local service will remain authorized. Vehicles will need to present a valid transport document to access these areas, directly influencing the logistics of local deliveries.

Low emission zones and new traffic regulations

Low emission zones will be extended around Olympic sites, affecting last-mile delivery operations. These new regulations will encourage the adoption of green delivery methods, such as the use of electric vehicles and cargo bikes for deliveries in city centers. These adaptations will require significant logistical changes on the part of businesses to remain compliant and maintain efficiency.

Stockoss, as a logistics facilitator with a large network of warehouses and carriers, collaborates with ecological transport partners specializing in fully carbon-free urban deliveries.

Consequences on carriers and businesses

The changes made to urban logistics in Paris on the occasion of the 2024 Olympic Games will have a significant impact on carriers and businesses... The establishment of Olympic lanes and restricted access areas will require increased adaptation and flexibility on the part of these actors in order to continue to operate effectively.

Stockoss, a key player in logistics, will mobilize its diverse network of carriers - from traditional freight to cargo bikes - to adapt to the changing conditions imposed by the Games. This flexibility will be essential to respond quickly to fluctuating logistical demands and to navigate a temporarily transformed urban environment.

Increase in delivery areas

To mitigate the impact of these changes on traffic and deliveries, a significant effort will be made to increase delivery areas. The increase from 9,400 to 10,300 delivery areas is planned to reduce congestion and facilitate access to delivery sites despite traffic restrictions.. This expansion will help keep deliveries smooth and minimize potential delays, which is crucial for businesses that rely on the fast and reliable delivery of goods.

Development of river transport

To reduce traffic congestion, an emphasis will be placed on river transport, using waterways to transport goods. This approach, combined with road transport, will make it possible to reduce CO2 emissions and take advantage of alternative routes for freight logistics. The adoption of these river routes not only improves freight logistics during the Olympic Games, but is also part of a sustainable development perspective for the future of urban logistics in Paris.‍

The impacts on your daily life

Stockoss warehouses are affected

Stockoss warehouses, located in Paris and the Paris region, will feel the effects of the new regulations put in place for the 2024 Olympic Games. Major roads such as the A86, the A1 and the N118 will experience significant disruptions.

These disruptions will have a direct impact on logistics flows in Stockoss, with probable delays in deliveries and shipments due to congestion and route changes.

Particularly vulnerable, warehouses in strategic areas such as Paris West (Versailles, Saint-Quentin, Élancourt), Paris East (Vaires-sur-Marne), and Paris North (Saint-Denis), will not only suffer an increase in traffic but also access restrictions at certain periods. ‍

This situation will require careful logistical planning and temporary adjustments in storage and distribution strategies to adapt to the changing environment. In particular:

• Optimization of delivery routesn: Adjust routes in real time according to traffic conditions and restrictions.
• Establishing temporary storage areas : Increase our temporary storage areas closer to delivery locations to reduce dependence on main roads.
• Scheduling delivery slots : Coordinate with local authorities to secure specific delivery slots in restricted areas, thus ensuring that goods reach their destinations.

By anticipating and adapting to these challenges, we can not only minimize disruptions to these logistics operations but also exploit these obstacles as an opportunity to test and improve our transport.

Impacts to be expected

At Stockoss, we identify several impacts arising directly from the organization of the Paris Olympics:

• Extended time : The introduction of Olympic lanes and traffic restrictions will inevitably increase travel times. It is estimated that the additional time could reach up to one hour per delivery. This delay is the result of detours necessary to avoid restricted areas and additional traffic jams due to traffic restrictions.
  

• Inaccessible areas : Some areas, the red and blue zones but also the black and gray areas dedicated to competitions and security, will become temporarily inaccessible or will have their accessibility severely limited. This means that the usual deliveries in these areas will have to be redesigned, either by changing delivery schedules or by using temporary collection points located on the periphery of these areas.
  

• Cargo security : With the increase in the number of people in the city and temporary changes in urban infrastructure, there could be an increase in the risk of theft or vandalism. We set up the tracking tools necessary for your transport.
  

• Additional transport costs : Detours and extended wait times will result in additional operational costs for carriers, which will inevitably affect customers. These additional costs may include increased rates to compensate for extended service time, additional fuel costs, and increased personnel costs..

Common technological tools

To support logistics operations during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, LUJOP, in collaboration with Logistik Low Carbon, has developed tools on the platform Joptimiz.green. These tools include:

• Visualiz : An interactive map to plan deliveries by identifying restrictions and points of interest such as secure areas and delivery areas.
• Itinériz (available soon): A tool to calculate the best itinerary, which will be launched at the end of May.
• CirqLiz : A QR Code generator to simplify the access of delivery people in restricted areas, complementing the prefecture's “Pass JOP” system.
• Numeriz (available soon): An application for reserving delivery areas, particularly useful in areas of high congestion.‍

Stockoss recommendations for deliveries during the Paris 2024 Olympics

We strongly encourage our customers to anticipate their delivery needs during the Olympic Games to ensure optimal management of operations. Our strategy & recommendation for the Olympics:

• Advanced delivery planning : It is crucial to adapt schedules to avoid peak hours and days with major restrictions, by preferring slots outside of traditional business hours.
• Adaptability of operations : Stockoss transport partners are well-informed and closely follow the evolution of regulations, thus ensuring the necessary flexibility to adapt to changing conditions.
• Adopting green delivery models: Favor the use of less polluting means of transport, such as cargo bikes and electric vehicles

These measures will ensure continuity of services and reduce disruptions during the Olympic Games.. We are committed to strengthening our communication, offering transparency and regular updates on delivery conditions in real time, before and during the event. As Paris prepares to host the 2024 Olympic Games, logistical challenges are at the forefront. Major changes in transport and delivery management are to be expected, requiring significant adjustments on the part of companies and carriers.. Stockoss, with its extensive network and flexible transport partners, is well positioned to navigate this changing landscape.

‍By anticipating needs and adapting logistics strategies, Stockoss is committed to minimizing disruptions for its customers and maintaining operational efficiency, while supporting green logistics initiatives. This period of the Games will be a demonstration of Stockoss ability to manage complex situations and to offer adaptive solutions that meet the constantly evolving logistical needs of the Paris region.