Amsterdam’s initiative to reduce city-center pollution by establishing a parking and transfer hub for tradespeople using vans has reportedly been unsuccessful. The project aimed to encourage plumbers, painters, and other handymen to park outside the city center and continue their journeys using electric cargo bikes. Despite investment and planning, uptake among tradespeople has been minimal, leading to questions about the hub’s viability. City officials cite logistical challenges and a lack of perceived benefit by the tradespeople as contributing factors. The hub was intended as a pilot program, potentially scalable if successful, but its current state casts doubt on future expansion. Concerns remain about achieving Amsterdam’s environmental goals without broader adoption of sustainable transport solutions for this sector. The city is now evaluating options for the hub’s future, including potential modifications or closure.