Region Stockholm Implements Sustainable Logistics to Cut CO2 Emissions

MediCarrier, tasked with logistics for Region Stockholm's healthcare, is adopting a new sustainable method called 'sampackning' or co-packing. This innovative logistical approach optimizes delivery routes by consolidating shipments for nearby hospitals into single vehicles, thereby significantly reducing the number of transports needed and subsequent carbon dioxide emissions.

The initiative aligns with Region Stockholm's ambition to achieve climate neutrality by 2035. According to Torbjörn Andersson, MediCarrier's business area manager for healthcare, this method not only aids in sustainability efforts but also enhances operational efficiency by increasing vehicle load capacity and minimizing transport frequency.

Initial trials conducted at Karolinska University Hospital demonstrated promising results, with a notable 15-20% decrease in delivery vehicle usage per shipment. This method is reportedly easing the workload for staff at hospitals, as it reduces the need for repacking deliveries once they arrive.

The sampackning method is being rolled out to all region-owned hospitals, fostering a more efficient logistics framework that supports both healthcare delivery and environmental goals. Other hospitals, such as Södersjukhuset and Karolinska Huddinge, have successfully reported similar reductions in vehicle transport during the testing period from April 11 to May 16, 2025.

With the commitment to ecological sustainability now more pressing than ever, this initiative represents a critical step forward in Stockholm's healthcare operation and environmental strategy.