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The ”BIBA - Bremer Institut für Produktion und Logistik” is a research institute focused on engineering science. It was founded in 1981 as one of the first affiliated institutes of the University of Bremen and counts as one of the largest research facilities in the federal state of Bremen. It consists of two divisions: “Intelligent Production and Logistics Systems”, headed by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael Freitag and “ICT applications for Production”, headed by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Klaus-Dieter Thoben. Based on distinct fundamental research, BIBA carries out applied and contract research, both on national and international level, in the areas of production and logistics for relevant industries like logistics, automotive, aviation and wind energy. Furthermore, BIBA is involved in the Bremen Research Cluster for Dynamics in Logistics (LogDynamics) and in the International Graduate School for Dynamics in Logistics. With the LogDynamics Lab, the institute operates a demonstration and application center for innovative mobile technologies in logistics.

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Forthcoming Events

Digitalization at Lunch: Transparent Supply Chains with Sensors and AI

The virtual impulse presentation provides an overview of technologies for increasing transparency in supply chains. We also give you an in-depth insight into the use of mobile sensor technology and artificial...
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“Green” Highlights from BIBA at EnvoConnect 2026

For the fourth time, EnvoConnect is bringing together the port, logistics, and shipping industry community—once again in Bremen in 2026, the host city for the German Unity Day celebrations. Under the theme...
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New Projects

AI4Lean

Entwicklung eines KI-Agenten mit Funktionalitäten zur generativen CAD-Modellierung für die Unterstützung der Angebotserstellung modularer Regalsysteme zur Materialbereitstellung
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FLIP-R

Flexible solution for the individual adjustment of pin settings on freight wagons through the human-centred use of a remotely controlled robot
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New Press Releases

The Circular Economy as an Opportunity for Regions and SMEs: Already Significant on a Small Scale – and Even Stronger When Networked

“Future of Value Creation”: New research project WeR³t-Netze led by BIBA aims for sustainability, technological autonomy, and resilience | Research findings as a basis for further research Full Press Release...
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Strengthen disaster control to provide the best possible protection for the population and limit damage

Innovative Technologies for European Disaster Response: BIBA completes iTEK research project | Study results published | Basis for EU-wide research created | Findings and technologies from production and...
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News

Innovation, Networking, and the Joy of Reunions: The BIBA Summer Party!

On September 4, our institute was all about community, ideas for the future, and lively exchanges: We hosted this year’s BIBA Summer Festival and were delighted to see a full house with numerous employees as...
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Research Meets Practice – Knowledge Transfer for Maritime Transformation

At SMM—the world’s leading trade fair for the maritime industry, held September 1–4 in Hamburg—the State of Bremen’s joint booth was dedicated to an in-depth exchange on the future of our region. There, BIBA,...
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Videos

Video Recap of LDIC 2026

From February 25 to 27, 2026, the 10th International Conference on Dynamics in Logistics (LDIC 2026) took place at the University of Bremen. With over 80 participants, the conference featured high-caliber...
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Why Mushrooms Will Replace Plastic-Based Packaging in the Future

Styrofoam is everywhere, but it never goes away. The solution? Mycelium! In this video, you’ll learn why we should stop producing plastic packaging and start growing it instead. From the plastic nightmare to...
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