Smart Lockers, EV Fleets & Route Tech: Inside Fast Delivery in 2025

TL;DR: In 2025, fast delivery in Belgium depends on three pillars: smart parcel lockers, electric vehicle (EV) fleets, and AI-powered route optimisation. These technologies reduce delivery times, emissions, and failed drop-offs—especially in dense cities like Brussels and Antwerp. For B2B and pharma clients, they’re no longer optional—they’re expected. Record Express combines all three to deliver faster, smarter, and more reliably across Belgium.

What Role Do Smart Lockers Play in Fast Delivery?

Smart lockers speed up delivery by eliminating failed drop-offs and enabling bulk, unattended deliveries.

Lockers act as decentralised pickup hubs where couriers can deposit parcels without waiting for recipients.

• Reduce failed deliveries by over 30% in urban zones

• Enable multi-parcel drop-offs at a single stop

• Accept deliveries outside business hours

• Used in offices, retail parks, hospitals, and public transit areas

• Ideal for same-day, B2B, or internal business logistics

Belgium Locker Penetration Report 2025 – Locker locations and usage stats Source: bpost.be
EU Last-Mile Efficiency Study – Impact of lockers on delivery speed Source: ecommerce-europe.eu

Why Are EV Fleets Critical for Urban and Same-Day Delivery?

Electric vehicles meet city emission rules and reduce delivery delays in low-emission zones (LEZ).

With Belgium’s strict environmental policies, EVs are now a delivery requirement in most urban centres.

• Access to LEZ-only areas in Brussels, Antwerp, and Ghent

• Lower noise and less vibration, ideal for pharma or fragile goods

• Cost-efficient on high-frequency city routes

• Supported by growing charging infrastructure

• Seen as a competitive advantage in RFPs and sustainability reporting

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LEZ Compliance Guide – Belgium – Where EVs are required for access Source: lez.brussels
Urban Fleet Electrification Study (EU) – Adoption of EVs in last-mile logistics Source: transportenvironment.org

How Does Route Tech Accelerate Last-Mile Performance?

AI-powered routing tools minimise travel time, avoid traffic, and improve delivery density.

Modern logistics platforms use real-time data to plan the most efficient routes for each courier.

• Avoids traffic hotspots, school zones, and road closures

• Reduces kilometres per stop, improving fuel and time efficiency

• Increases first-attempt success rate by optimising drop order

• Supports live tracking and dynamic re-routing

• Improves SLA performance and reduces ETA variance

🔗 Learn more: Delivery KPIs That Matter in B2B

AI Routing for Couriers 2025 – Impact on delivery speed and fuel use Source: supplychainmovement.com
Belgium Smart Mobility Infrastructure – Real-time traffic data for logistics Source: wegeninfo.be

How Do These Three Technologies Work Together?

When combined, lockers, EVs, and route tech create a scalable, fast delivery model for B2B and same-day clients.

Speed alone isn’t enough—reliability and sustainability now drive competitive delivery strategies.

• Lockers reduce failed drops → EVs reach city zones → Route tech optimises it all

• Combined use cuts same-day delivery time by up to 25%

• Enables dynamic routing even during live deliveries

• Scales efficiently without needing depot expansion

• Ideal for medical, legal, eCom, and urban B2B logistics

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EU Urban Delivery Systems Report – Multi-tech adoption in logistics Source: europa.eu
Locker-EV-Routing Case Studies – Real-world ROI and performance impact Source: dhl.com

How Does Record Express Implement These Technologies in 2025?

Record Express integrates lockers, EVs, and smart routing into every delivery operation across Belgium.

Our systems are designed to remove delivery friction—no matter the client, location, or item.

• EV fleets active in all major Belgian cities and LEZ zones

• Smart locker network with dynamic allocation and access APIs

• AI route engine that adapts to traffic and order density in real time

• Real-time delivery tracking and full SLA reporting

• Custom workflows for pharma, legal, and high-value B2B deliveries

🔗 Learn more: Smart Lockers, EV Fleets & Route Tech

FAQs About Fast Delivery Technology in Belgium

Are lockers suitable for same-day delivery?
Yes—especially in urban areas. Couriers can make bulk drops, enabling faster turnarounds.

Do EVs have enough range for same-day delivery?
Yes. Most routes in Belgium are under 100km, which is well within the range of modern EVs.

How does route tech affect delivery success?
It improves drop density, avoids delays, and reduces failed delivery attempts.

Is Record Express fully EV-compliant?
Yes. Our fleet meets all LEZ standards and is expanding to cover more regions each quarter.

Sources

Bpost Locker Network Report 2025 – Smart locker rollout and coverage
Source: bpost.be

TomTom Traffic Index – Data used for dynamic routing and ETA adjustment
Source: tomtom.com

Transport & Environment EV Guide – Urban EV policy and logistics application
Source: transportenvironment.org

AI Routing Case Study (EU) – Benefits of smart routing for B2B and eCom
Source: supplychainmovement.com