To achieve this, long-standing logistics partner Quehenberger and dm jointly analyzed the transport routes in Vienna down to the last detail: routes were replanned, capacities calculated, loading points coordinated, and time windows optimized. The result: Ten electric trucks now cover the entire demand for inner-city dm deliveries in Vienna efficiently, reliably, and almost silently. “Together with partners like dm, we develop tailor-made solutions that combine economic efficiency with environmental responsibility,” emphasizes Paul Weissenberger, project manager at Quehenberger Logistics.

Quehenberger Logistics has been committed to e-mobility since 2018. As a pioneer in the industry, the company works closely with suppliers to optimize the performance and practicality of electric commercial vehicles. What matters most is not just the powertrain, but the intelligence behind it. Quehenberger relies on high-performance IT systems and AI-based route planning. This minimizes empty runs, makes optimal use of cargo capacity, and reduces downtime. As a result, the electric trucks do not need to be recharged during deliveries to dm stores. Each delivery is part of a digital puzzle that the system constantly recalculates. The goal: to move as much merchandise as possible with as little mileage as necessary.

The collaboration between dm and Quehenberger in Vienna serves as a pilot and showcase project for other urban regions. Both partners plan to apply the lessons learned to other metropolitan areas and gradually expand their electric fleets. This way, the project demonstrates how urban logistics can be developed in a sustainable manner – with concrete, measurable results for the climate, air quality, and quality of life in the city.