Retail solutions for small spaces

Deutsche Bahn is looking for use cases in the area of retail for small spaces, think small areas in the station building or even tiny spaces on the platform. And not only on any train station, but on our most crowded ones. A strong increase in the number of passengers moving through the stations to board the train (and vice versa) can be assumed, especially for specific stations. In this context, it is becoming increasingly important that the platform area must be usable for passenger flows and that walkways for passengers are not impeded by obstacles. These aspects have to be taken into account in the concepts for the smallest areas, for which we’re looking for solutions.

The challenge is that Deutsche Bahn already has a lot of basic technology in place. Details on already existing solutions as well as areas of interest can be found in the sections below.

This 100 day signature program gives startups the chance to customize and live-test their solution to real challenges that DB is facing. What is in for you?

• Access to DB experts and data
• The opportunity to test your solution at a real, capacity-critical station during the DB mindbox program – rent-free!
• Access to a network of selected coaching and mentoring experts
• EUR 25,000, no equity taken.

You will be supported by a dedicated DB mindbox startup manager and will have 24/7 access to our coworking space.

This is a great opportunity to lay the foundation for joint projects and successful long-term collaboration with Deutsche Bahn AG, Europe’s largest mobility and infrastructure provider.

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