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BASF Standort Shuttle
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS)
- Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems
Applicable Industries
- Chemicals
Applicable Functions
- Facility Management
- Logistics & Transportation
Use Cases
- Fleet Management
- Predictive Maintenance
- Remote Asset Management
Services
- Software Design & Engineering Services
- System Integration
The Challenge
Remove the need for personal vehicles for transportation around a large industrial complex and increase traffic safety. Improve mobility for employees and visitors at BASF’s Ludwigshafen Site while reducing traffic.
About The Customer
BASF SE is a German multinational chemical company and the largest chemical producer in the world. The company operates more than 200 unique production facilities and employs over 39,000 people at its Ludwigshafen site, which spans 10.4 square kilometers. This site is the largest integrated chemical complex in the world, and employees, contractors, and visitors use various modes of transportation, including personal vehicles, heavy-duty lorries, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), trains, and bikes, to navigate the bustling complex. BASF is committed to sustainability and sought an innovative transportation solution to reduce single-occupancy vehicle travel, parking pressure, and enhance the overall experience for employees and visitors.
The Solution
In September 2018, ViaVan launched the Standort Shuttle at BASF’s headquarters in Ludwigshafen. The shuttle service allows employees and visitors to request rides on-demand, providing fast and convenient access to all areas of the complex. The service complements BASF’s existing fixed-route bus service with a flexible system that matches multiple passengers headed in the same direction into a shared, dynamically-routed shuttle. This creates more efficient and convenient travel around the site. The Standort Shuttle operates under Via’s unique Transportation-as-a-Service (TaaS) model, providing partners with vehicles, drivers, and operations in addition to on-demand technology. ViaVan worked closely with BASF’s safety experts to design a solution that accounts for the site’s constantly shifting traffic conditions. The service is free for employees and visitors of the Ludwigshafen Site.
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