DB Mindbox's 100-day program aims to give startups the opportunity to develop solutions to real challenges facing Deutsche Bahn. We are looking for innovative approaches from a wide range of fields – from sustainable Materials, circular design and improving energy efficiency.
Financial grant & prospect of cooperation
Startups selected for the program receive a funding grant of €25,000, access to the DB co-working space in Berlin, and a network of selected coaching and mentoring experts. They also benefit from the opportunity to test their solution live with Deutsche Bahn experts under real-life conditions. Last but not least, the program also offers the opportunity for a long-term collaboration with DB.
DB Mindbox: DB startup hub
DB Mindbox is DB's startup hub in Berlin. Startups and DB employees collaborate here on innovations for the core rail business. According to DB, more than 3,500 startups from more than 50 countries have applied for DB Mindbox's funding programs to date. More than 190 startups have already participated. DB continues to work with around 60 percent of these companies in follow-up partnerships to specifically improve rail operations.
