Long Distance Traffic 2023 - Sensorboxes to collect relevant data.

Sensorboxes to collect relevant data while driving long distance trains

In addition to the existing installed sensors within today’s ICE fleet, we are looking for further plug & play solutions to collect additional interesting data to optimize the experience while driving. That’s why we want to work with startups to find out which sensors could be easily retrofitted that would have added value for customers, employees, or maintenance. Your sensorbox can detect smells, sounds, light or other interesting data like e.g. vibrations or acceleration? We are all here for that! We would like to challenge you to propose creative sensor solutions for long distance trains with regarding the following requirements:

• Plug & Play suitable: It  must be able to be retrofitted into the existing long distance train fleet (only as plug & play solution needed).
• Flexible attachment of sensors: It can be either attached inside or outside of trains. 
• Independent from train IT: It does not need to be connected to train IT.

What you need to know about the programme - Long Distance Traffic 2023?

For our new startup programme we are looking for innovative solutions for DB Fernverkehr, the Long Distance Business Unit which provides national and cross-border long-distance rail services and road transport, within special fields of interest.

Develop your prototype and business model with us and open up new digital solutions for our long distance travellers as well as for the operation of DB Fernverkehr.

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?

• EUR 25,000, no equity taken
• Exclusive access to DB experts, data and markets
• The opportunity to live test your solution with the environment of Deutsche Bahn
• Exclusive access to a network of selected coaching and mentoring experts
• 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 Group, Europe’s largest mobility and infrastructure provider.

Within the programme "Long Distance Traffic 2023", there are 4 challenges to be addressed:

1. Intelligent noise detection and analysis
2. Sensorboxes to collect relevant data while driving long distance trains
3. Reduced energy consumption through optimized driving strategies
4. Reservable parking spaces at railway stations

Published on 29 March 2023.