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Scientific mapping and research perspectives of the vehicle routing problem: An approach from sustainability strategies

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The Vehicle Routing Problem (VRP) not only poses a fundamental challenge in logistics and operations management but also plays a crucial role in mitigating environmental impact through the optimization of efficient and sustainable routes. The scientometric development proceeded in two stages: scientific mapping and network construction. In the first stage, a bibliometric analysis of publications indexed in Scopus from 2000 to March 2024 was conducted using the PRISMA and Tree of Sciences (TOS) methodology, selecting 364 relevant documents on “sustainable” and “Vehicle Routing Problem”. Recommended bibliometric procedures were applied, and Bibliometrix tools were utilized to integrate bibliographic information. In the second stage, a citation network was constructed using graph theory to identify key documents and research trends, analyzing indicators such as Indegree, Betweenness, and Outdegree. The results indicated a significant increase in publications on VRP and sustainability since 2013, highlighting international collaboration and the leadership of China and the United States. Key authors and journals in the field were also identified. Finally, research clusters were developed on electric vehicle routing optimization, optimization methods, routing problems, and logistical challenges, underscoring the cooperation between enterprises and sustainable logistics as key areas for future research.
Liu, Getong (59384702500); Sun, Jiajun (57205440975); Liu, Chenfeng (57221207978); Shi, Huading (14032147800); Fei, Yang (57193509358); Wang, Chen (57876636400); Zhang, Guilong (58736127100); Wang, Hongjie (57210435095)
Progress and Trends in Research on Soil Nitrogen Leaching: A Bibliometric Analysis from 2003 to 2023
2025
10.3390/su17010339
https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85214452672&doi=10.3390%2fsu17010339&partnerID=40&md5=dd8623e75ddb80512caa0b4ea6db1af7
Technical Centre for Soil, Agriculture and Rural Ecology and Environment, Ministry of Ecology and Environment, Beijing, 100012, China; Hebei Key Laboratory of Close-to-Nature Restoration Technology of Wetlands, School of Eco-Environment, Hebei University, Baoding, 071002, China; Agro-Environmental Protection Institute, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Tianjin, 300000, China; Engineering Research Center of Ecological Safety and Conservation in Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (Xiong’an New Area) of MOE, Baoding, 071002, China
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