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AI & Deep Tech in Munich
Munich connects AI research with robotics, mobility and industrial applications. TUM brings together interdisciplinary AI research, while the Munich Institute of Robotics and Machine Intelligence (MIRMI) works on robotics and machine intelligence. For companies, transfer is key: which task can be automated, how can it be tested in a real setting, and where is human oversight still needed?
At a glance
The AI Safari in Munich explores AI, robotics and industrial applications through TUM MIRMI, Use cases at the intersection of AI and industry and Startup and research transfer programs in Munich. Designed for CTOs and R&D leaders and Board members and strategy teams.
Local perspective
AI, robotics and industrial applications
Munich connects AI research with robotics, mobility and industrial applications. TUM brings together interdisciplinary AI research, while the Munich Institute of Robotics and Machine Intelligence (MIRMI) works on robotics and machine intelligence. For companies, transfer is key: which task can be automated, how can it be tested in a real setting, and where is human oversight still needed?
Questions to take into the conversation
- Which production or logistics task is technically and economically suitable for robotics?
- How should teams design safety, exception handling and handoffs in human-machine workflows?
- What data and test conditions are needed before a team scales an autonomous workflow?
Local examples and perspectives
- TUM MIRMI (robotics and machine intelligence)
- Use cases at the intersection of AI and industry
- Startup and research transfer programs in Munich
A sample day
09:30
AI in Germany and the AI Act
A briefing on the state of AI in Germany: what is hype, what is real, and what does the AI Act mean?
11:00
Inside the lab
Visit an AI startup and see its labeling stations, training clusters and live inference demos.
13:00
Lunch with machine-learning engineers
No sales presentation. Have lunch with the engineers and ask about their tech stack and recruiting.
15:00
Corporate AI deep dive
A workshop on how a large company works with AI startups, using real cases and lessons.
17:30
Networking and reflection
Dinner with founders and investors.
What your team can explore
- Which recurring task could be a good first AI test, and how would you measure improvement?
- What data, approvals and human review does the workflow need before it can be used day to day?
- Which process should move on from the workshop as an experiment, prototype or next implementation step?
- Which AI application can you test sensibly with your existing data, systems and skills?
A route shaped around your question
We select relevant organisations and conversations around the question your team brings. The final route depends on the topic, availability and the people who can contribute.
Plan a conversation →Ecosystem organisations
Munich Urban Colab
Smart city hub
A new centre for smart cities and AI, bringing together the city administration and innovators.
TUM Venture Labs
Venture builder
Mentoring, workspace, and support for startups in robotics, AI, and communications technology.
Werk1
Startup hub
A central startup hub and accelerator in Munich.
BMW Startup Garage
Venture client
BMW Group's venture client unit. Parkring 19, Garching.
SAP Labs Munich Campus
Corporate innovation
700 SAP employees and 120 TUM researchers working on AI and digital supply chains.
Companies in the local ecosystem
Helsing
Defense AI
A defence technology company building software for military use.
Celonis
Process mining
Enterprise software for process mining and operational analytics.
Personio
HR tech
An HR platform for small and medium-sized businesses.
RobCo
Robotics
Modular robot kits for small and medium-sized businesses. TUM spin-off.
Isar Aerospace
SpaceTech
Launch vehicle startup
DeepDrive
Mobility / EV
Autonomous modular EV platform
Fernride
Mobility
Autonomous trucks for ports and terminals
“At last, AI use cases that work. No hype, just real applications in production. We identified three concrete pilots.”
“The concentration of B2B tech in Munich surprised us. You can really feel how close the universities are, and we found partners for our R&D project.”
About the topic
Questions about AI Safari
Which AI topics does the Safari cover?
From generative AI to computer vision and robotics. Typical topics include LLMs, predictive maintenance and autonomous systems.
Is this only for tech companies?
No. Most participants come from traditional industries such as manufacturing, logistics and financial services.
Which city is the best fit for my AI Safari?
Cologne for applied AI in insurance, Düsseldorf for enterprise AI and Aachen for deep-tech research. We also organize tours in other cities, including Berlin and Munich.
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