Hans Quak

Hans Quak is a Professor of Smart Cities and Logistics at Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas) and a Senior Scientist at TNO in the Sustainable Transport and Logistics group. His work focuses on urban logistics, sustainable transport, automation impacts, and innovations in last-mile delivery. He leads projects on urban freight electrification, zero-emission cities, and disruptive logistics trends.

Research interests include city logistics, urban freight transport efficiency, and the integration of technology to reduce environmental impacts. He collaborates internationally on projects like DISCO Urban Freight Eco-System and Low Impact Lastmile logisticS (LILS).

Key contributions include studies on hub effectiveness, digitalization in food supply chains, and energy transitions in logistics. Quak frequently presents at conferences and engages with media on urban logistics challenges, emphasizing practical solutions for sustainable urban development.

He leads projects funded by Rijkswaterstaat, the European Commission, and Dutch innovation programs. His work bridges academic research with real-world applications, addressing both technical and policy aspects of modern logistics systems.