Developing Russian-Chinese omnichannel logistics network of biofuel products
W. Zhang, S.E. Barykin
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Abstract: . The relevance of the topic is determined by the importance of addressing logistical issues in the context of the global growth of the biofuel industry, the increased need for sustainable management of logistics processes, and the reduction of the carbon footprint. The development of integrated logistics solutions is particularly timely, as it enables the consideration of rapidly changing market demands and environmental standards. Research Gap. Currently, existing approaches to optimizing multimodal logistics have significant shortcomings related to the unsynchronized management of information and material flows. In addition, there is a lack of empirical data on the integration of omnichannel methods, among which the following are applied: Digital planning using artificial intelligence algorithms; Carbon emission monitoring; Optimization of intermodal (multimodal) transportation. Research Objective. The objective of the research is to develop an optimization model for an omnichannel logistics network for biofuel, based on data analysis methods and artificial intelligence. This approach enables the creation of an effective tool for managing Russian-Chinese logistics networks in a cross-border context. Scientific Novelty. The data-driven optimization model developed significantly reduces logistics costs, cuts carbon emissions, and enhances the resilience of the supply chain. This approach expands the theoretical foundations in the field of omnichannel logistics and opens up new prospects for the use of modern digital technologies in optimizing transportation systems. Scientific Discussion and Future Research Directions. The authors propose to discuss the possibilities of adapting the suggested model to solve similar logistical challenges in other sectors of the economy. An important direction of the discussion is also the improvement of organizational and economic mechanisms for the integration of digital technologies into the logistics system, particularly the refinement of carbon emissions monitoring methods, which will enhance the overall efficiency of optimizing logistical processes.
Keywords: omnichannel logistics network, Russian-Chinese biofuel products, cross-border logistics, supply chain resilience, multimodal transportation
For citation. Zhang W., Barykin S.E. Developing Russian-Chinese omnichannel logistics network of biofuel products. News of the Kabardino-Balkarian Scientific Center of RAS. 2025. Vol. 27. No. 2. Pp. 173–183. DOI: 10.35330/1991-6639-2025-27-2-173-183
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Information about the authors
Zhang Wenye, Post-graduate Student, Graduate School of Service and Trade, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University;
195251, Russia, St. Petersburg, 50 Novorossiyskaya street;
ZhangWenye@yandex.ru, ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3433-248X, SPIN-code: 8789-2275
Sergey E. Barykin,Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor, Graduate School of Service and Trade, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University;
195251, Russia, St. Petersburg, 50 Novorossiyskaya street;
sbe@list.ru, ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9048-009X, SPIN-code: 9382-2074