Asodiscan Praises Santa Cruz’s Initiative for Urban Goods Distribution
The Canary Association of Medium and Large Distribution Companies (Asodiscan) has described the Santa Cruz City Council’s proposal to improve urban goods distribution as an “excellent initiative.” This move will aid in reducing emissions and alleviating traffic congestion, as the current system is outdated. This statement was made yesterday by the Secretary-General of the organisation, composed of major retail companies on the island, who noted that “the city has changed and grown, and we need to respond to new needs.”
Medina told DIARIO DE AVISOS that “currently, the loading and unloading bays in the capital reflect an old concept; they are scarce and only consider deliveries for certain types of businesses. For instance, they do not accommodate the high volume of goods generated by e-commerce or the growing demand for home deliveries. Individuals require a modernised goods distribution system.”
Response to Controversy Over Urban Goods Distribution Report
The Secretary of Asodiscan responded to the controversy surrounding the Urban Goods Distribution (DUM) report prepared by the City Council and the Spanish Association of Commercial Coding (Aecoc). This report will establish guidelines for the future municipal ordinance that will regulate the goods transport sector. These measures have faced criticism from the Urban-El Perenquén neighbours’ association and Fauca.
“Those of us who attended the study presentation last Thursday heard some good proposals. It is positive that an ordinance will be drafted based on this report, which suggests extending the hours for loading and unloading zones from 7:00 to 21:00 without interruption. People return home after 18:00 and need to receive their online shopping orders. Certain types of businesses require deliveries early in the morning until 13:00, yet the demand for deliveries in the city continues. The hypothesis of what has been termed night-time unloading, which seems to create controversy, is already in practice in other cities, limited to before midnight and to quiet electric vehicles. I don’t believe anyone has considered early morning deliveries, and besides, refuse collection trucks also make noise.”
Adapting Solutions for Effective Distribution
Medina stated that “we must now study these proposals to determine if they meet Santa Cruz’s needs, adapting solutions to each issue and area. The more options there are, the easier it will be for each business or consumer to find the best way to procure supplies. Increasing the loading and unloading zones and better managing the traffic rotation in those areas will be crucial for effective urban goods distribution.”
