Green practices in the logistics service industry: A comparative case study analysis between Hungary and Italy

Due to the more critical role of third-party logistics service providers (3PLs) in the supply chain and the significant environmental impact of their operations, such companies are increasingly requested to respond to the challenges of green logistics by implementing more environmentally sustainable strategies. Even if the number of research works increased over the last years, there is the lack of studies comparing 3PL's green practices operating in different countries. Accordingly, the main aim of this paper is to shed light on environmental sustainability practices undertaken by a sample of ten 3PL companies in Hungary and Italy. The analysis is specifically focused on the implementation of green initiatives and the most significant drivers and barriers influencing their adoption.