# Public Transit Shipping The Link Urban Logistics System Would Use Trams to Distribute Cargo By Amelia Roblin | Published 2014-05-17 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/link-urban-logistics-system References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/link-urban-logistics-system-utilizes-existing-public-transportation-infrastructure-to-navigate-the-city/) & [cargocollective](http://cargocollective.com/ayeletfishman) The Link Urban Logistics System builds upon some of the innovative ideas that have come from forward-thinking industrial designers as of late. Similar to the connecting cars that you may have read about, this concept proposes [modular cargo containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tray-pods) that could be moved by [existing transportation infrastructure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertically-integrated-smart-transit-system). Ayelet Fishman suggests compact freight cases that come with four-wheeled frames. When various shipments are brought from one city to another, these can be stored in a warehouse on the outskirts before dispatch. When it's time to send them to their different destinations, the [concept car containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ewagon) can be programmed to head in the right direction. The Link Urban Logistics System would sync up with the local network of buses and streetcars and hitch a ride for an efficient and incredibly eco-friendly method of carriage. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Modular Cargo Containers:** Using modular cargo containers that can be moved by existing transportation infrastructure offers a highly efficient and eco-friendly method of carriage. - **Public Transit Shipping:** Integrating public transit systems with cargo transportation can enable more efficient and sustainable shipping. - **Compact Freight Cases:** Compact freight cases with four-wheeled frames can be stored in warehouses and transported using existing transportation infrastructure. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Logistics:** The logistics industry can benefit from incorporating modular cargo containers and public transit for efficient and eco-friendly shipping. - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can explore opportunities to integrate cargo transportation with public transit systems. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can consider incorporating Link Urban Logistics System to create sustainable and efficient transportation in urban areas. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autonomous Timber Transportation Shuttles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timber-shuttle.md) - [Electric Transportation Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-transportation-concept.md) - [Compact Last-Mile Delivery Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-bike-concept.md) - [Multifunctional Transport Buses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubblic-public.md) - [Interchangeable Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/driverless-transportation-system.md) - [Electric Public Transport Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-public-transport-network.md) - [Modular Cargo-Ready Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargorida.md) - [Urban E-Bike Logistics Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunrider.md) - [Innovative Electric Trams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-tram.md)