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Mobility & LogTech in Bonn

Deutsche Post DHL is headquartered in Bonn. The DHL Innovation Center is a global testing facility for logistics technology, from delivery robots to IoT tracking.

At a glance

The Mobility Safari in Bonn explores Global logistics and IoT through Deutsche Post DHL Group and Deutsche Telekom IoT. Designed for Board members and executives in transport and logistics and Supply chain leaders and fleet managers.

Local perspective

Global logistics and IoT

Deutsche Post DHL is headquartered in Bonn. The DHL Innovation Center is a global testing facility for logistics technology, from delivery robots to IoT tracking.

Local examples and perspectives

  • Deutsche Post DHL Group (headquarters, Bonn)
  • Deutsche Telekom IoT (Bonn)

A sample day

  1. 09:30

    Mobility trends briefing

    A look at the transformation underway: e-mobility, autonomous driving and last-mile delivery. What is coming, and when?

  2. 11:00

    Deep dive: urban logistics

    Visit a dark store or urban fulfillment center to see the algorithms, routes and operations.

  3. 13:00

    Lunch with founders

    Discuss the shift from ownership to Mobility as a Service.

  4. 15:00

    Technology workshop

    Explore predictive maintenance, connected fleets or autonomous driving, depending on your focus.

  5. 17:30

    Networking dinner

    Meet decision-makers in transport, logistics and technology.

What your team can explore

  • At which handoff between vehicle, depot and control center does the most manual work occur today?
  • Which sensor data is available, and who is authorized to use it in a pilot?
  • How will the team measure progress in utilization, downtime or delivery quality?

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.

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Ecosystem organisations

Sustainability Hub Bonn Region

Sustainability network

Bonn's point of contact for sustainable transformation and regional exchange.

Digital Hub Bonn

Community hub

A networking platform for Bonn's digital economy, focused on sustainability and innovation in the public sector.

Startplatz Bonn

Coworking and events

The NRW-wide Startup Hub network extends to Bonn, offering workspace and a community.

Companies in the local ecosystem

LeanIX

Enterprise SaaS

Bonn's tech success story. Enterprise architecture SaaS, acquired by SAP in 2023.

Code Intelligence

Cybersecurity

Automated security testing platform backed by Google and T-Venture.

VesselSens

HealthTech / MedTech

Sensor implants for the early detection of restenosis. High-tech medtech from Bonn.

High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF)

Venture Capital

Early-stage investor based in Bonn, investing in technology companies.

“Being close to DHL Innovation Labs helped us take our logistics tech concept from theory into practice.”
Head of Innovation, Innovation Lead, Mid-sized logistics company

About the topic

Questions about Mobility Safari

Is this only for logistics companies?

No. Any company that moves goods needs to understand these changes.

Can we focus on automotive?

Absolutely. Munich and Stuttgart are ideal for connected cars, e-mobility and autonomous driving.

Which city should we choose for maritime logistics?

Hamburg. We offer dedicated port logistics Safaris there.

Can we focus on last-mile delivery?

Cologne and Berlin are a good fit for urban logistics and last-mile innovation.

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Build the right route around your question.

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