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Mobility & LogTech in Leipzig

Leipzig connects automotive manufacturing and air freight. BMW Group builds the fully electric MINI Countryman at its Leipzig plant, while Porsche manufactures the Macan and Panamera nearby. Leipzig/Halle Airport connects the region to DHL Express's international logistics network, alongside cargo airline AeroLogic. From the SpinLab network, Vesputi offers a software platform for connected local public transport.

At a glance

The Mobility Safari in Leipzig explores Automotive manufacturing and air freight through BMW Group Leipzig plant, Porsche Leipzig and DHL Hub Leipzig/Halle. Designed for Board members and executives in transport and logistics and Supply chain leaders and fleet managers.

Local perspective

Automotive manufacturing and air freight

Leipzig connects automotive manufacturing and air freight. BMW Group builds the fully electric MINI Countryman at its Leipzig plant, while Porsche manufactures the Macan and Panamera nearby. Leipzig/Halle Airport connects the region to DHL Express's international logistics network, alongside cargo airline AeroLogic. From the SpinLab network, Vesputi offers a software platform for connected local public transport.

Local examples and perspectives

  • BMW Group Leipzig plant (e-mobility)
  • Porsche Leipzig (Macan and Panamera)
  • DHL Hub Leipzig/Halle (air freight hub)
  • AeroLogic (cargo airline, Schkeuditz)
  • Vesputi (mobility software, SpinLab)

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

SpinLab

Accelerator

An accelerator with programmes focused on e-health and energy.

Social Impact Lab

Hub

A place for social innovation in Leipzig.

Companies in the local ecosystem

SpinLab (Accelerator)

Hub / accelerator

An accelerator with a focus on energy, health and smart cities.

Sensape

AI / marketing tech

Interactive AR solutions for marketing and retail, powered by AI.

Mementor

HealthTech

Digital health application (DiGA) for sleep disorders. Successfully acquired by ResMed.

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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