Can digitalization make Combined Transport fit for the future? Yes, hopefully…

What do we need to bridge international transport corridors and make them resilient when disruptions inevitably happen? We need data – high-quality, accessible, and shared data.

The rail network plays a crucial role in logistics in Germany. But how can we make optimal use of the rail network even under exceptional conditions, such as unforeseen disruptions, natural disasters, or a sudden surge in demand? Can cooperation between the individual players help to make the best possible use of capacity, even at short notice?

When it comes to Combined Transport terminals, space is not always the limiting factor. Equipment can make the difference between a bottleneck and a high-performance hub. A crucial factor, especially since terminals are shouldering the pressure of steadily increasing freight flows.

The question “What is logistics?” cannot just be answered with “transportation and warehousing” – it encompasses much more. Logistics is the backbone of modern economic systems and ensures that goods, information and services are managed and moved efficiently.

We live in a highly connected world and modern logistics is no longer conceivable without value creation networks. Open and flexible value chains characterize our economic system in a dynamic international environment.

The logistics industry is constantly evolving – driven in particular by digitalization, automation and data-based decision-making. Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role in this, even if the real key to progress lies not in AI itself, but in the underlying data, because no AI can work meaningfully without high-quality, structured and contextualized data.

Global flows of goods require precise planning and coordination. In the Transport Management module at TU Darmstadt, students acquire in-depth knowledge of modern logistics processes, intermodal transport solutions and supply chain management. Practical, future-orientated and with a focus on sustainability, the course prepares students for responsible positions in a dynamic industry.

Climate-friendly, efficient, forward-looking: Combined transport links rail, road, water and air to create intelligent transport chains. At TU Darmstadt, students learn how these multimodal systems are planned, controlled and optimized – with a focus on digitalization, sustainability and resilient supply chains. Practical teaching, active research and innovative projects such as the “Combined Transport Forum” or the innovation laboratory at HOLM make TU Darmstadt a pioneer in this field.

Rethink logistics – at TU Darmstadt. How are global supply chains planned, managed, and optimized? The Master’s program in Logistics and Supply Chain Management equips you with the strategic skills needed for tomorrow’s logistics: connected, digital, and sustainable.

TU Darmstadt offers a modern logistics program that combines academic depth with real-world experience. Students learn to plan and manage complex value chains – from international logistics systems to strategic supply chain management. English-taught courses, close cooperation with industry, and hands-on projects prepare graduates for leadership roles in a global environment.

Urban logistics manages the flow of goods and traffic in cities efficiently and sustainably. At TU Darmstadt, students learn how eco-friendly supply chains, zero-emission transport, and digital tools can make cities more livable. The degree program in Business Management and Logistics combines technology, sustainability, and urban development – shaping the mobility of the future.

Whether procurement, production or transport: supply chain management controls the complex processes that make products available worldwide. During their studies, students learn to plan, analyse and sustainably optimise international supply chains. Practical modules such as supply chain simulation at TU Darmstadt show how real logistics processes can be digitally mapped and improved – ideal preparation for sought-after careers in industry, trade or consulting.

At TU Darmstadt, technology, management and sustainability come together. This interdisciplinary field of study prepares you for key tasks in global freight and passenger transport – from the digital supply chain to climate-friendly mobility.