The Mykonos Use Case focuses on integrating logistics operations with passenger public bus transport, with a long-term goal of expanding to other road transport operators on the island. Mykonos, with a winter population of around 10,000, becomes a bustling hub during the summer as it draws tourists from all over the world, leading to significant strain on its transportation infrastructure. Long delays in both passenger and freight transport are common during peak tourist months, exacerbated by the lack of traffic monitoring and management systems.

Currently, Mykonos’s transport system for passengers and freight is centered around two main entry points: the port and the airport. While the port can accommodate most maritime vessels, including cruise ships, it lacks dedicated cargo handling infrastructure. Freight is typically transported via trucks from the port or small vans shuttling goods around the island. Meanwhile, passengers use private cars, taxis, and a public bus network that services the island’s key locations, including the port, airport, Mykonos Town, and popular tourist spots. However, this shared road network becomes congested as it is used by both freight and passenger vehicles, and the lack of coordination between passenger and freight transport operations results in inefficiencies.

The DELPHI Pilot for Mykonos aims to integrate mobility infrastructure and services for both passenger and freight transport. The key focus is on leveraging the existing passenger shuttle services that connect major locations at the port and airport to transport small cargo and parcels. This would optimize the use of available space on shuttles, reducing congestion and improving logistics efficiency. Additionally, an analysis will identify unused taxis during peak times, potentially allowing them to be repurposed to support freight operations and help balance the seasonal demand fluctuations. This integrated approach could enhance both passenger mobility and freight logistics on the island.