Erasmus Centre for Urban, Port and Transport Economics

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We are the Centre for Urban, Port & Transport Economics at Erasmus University Rotterdam, combining academic expertise with practical solutions for governments and industry.

Research

With decades of experience, we conduct impactful research in urban, port and transport economics. We work on national and international projects in areas such as ports, logistics, mobility and urban development, always connecting science to practice.

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Education

We provide executive education and tailor-made programmes for professionals and future leaders. Our courses translate the latest academic insights into practical knowledge for real-world decision-making.

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People

We are a multidisciplinary team of researchers and industry experts in economics, logistics, transport and urban policy. Meet our team and explore their expertise.

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IN MOBILITY project 1st Peer Review in Liepaja, Latvia

IN MOBILITY project 1st Peer Review in Liepaja, Latvia

Monday 9 Feb 2026
Blogpost

The rise of carrier logistics: new organizational forms in container logistics

The rise of carrier logistics: new organizational forms in container logistics

Tuesday 16 Dec 2025
Opinion

IN MOBILITY - A new project to tackle mobility poverty in EU

On 11–12 June 2025, the city of Bologna (Italy) hosted the launch event of the European project IN MOBILITY – Reducing mobility poverty in urban areas.

Thursday 7 Aug 2025
In the media

The Economic Outlook Rotterdam 2025: Time to Shift Gears (EVR2025)

The Economic Outlook Rotterdam 2025: Time to Shift Gears (EVR2025) report has just been released.

Thursday 26 Jun 2025
Publication

Hannah Mosmans guest at BNR Nieuwsradio on CO₂ pricing in shipping

Hannah Mosmans guest on BNR Nieuwsradio discussing CO₂ pricing in shipping.

Thursday 8 May 2025
In the media

Erasmus University trains 'directors of the energy transition' in collaboration with port companies.

Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) is launching a training program to educate experienced project managers as 'directors of the energy transition'.

Thursday 8 May 2025
In the media

Mapping the Joint Value Creation of the Ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp-Bruges

Mapping the Joint Value Creation of the Ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp-Bruges

Tuesday 8 Apr 2025
General

ZCI Project meeting in Kajaani

The ZCI project partners gathered for the 4th Masterclass in Kajaani, Finland, with the theme “Public Acceptance of Electric Vehicles”.

Thursday 23 May 2024
General

Stargate Newsletter

The new Stargate newsletter has been published, including news on sustainable taxiing and a masterclass organized by Erasmus UPT.

Tuesday 30 Apr 2024
In the media