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CNA e.V. was founded in 1996 as a think tank for transport and logistics and covers a wide range of industries and technology topics. With the participation of representatives from industrial and transport companies, science and politics, we initiate innovation projects and professional events. In this way, we shape and secure the future of our member companies in the network.

Railway Technology

CNA e.V. is managing the Bavarian cluster platform for railway technology since 2006. By bundling competences, the innovation process in the field of railway technology in Bavaria is stimulated and accelerated.

In Bavaria, railroad technology has a special significance. Due to the concentration of the largest German suppliers of rail transport, rail technology in Bavaria is an outstanding economic factor. With a top ranking in freight transport performance, the largest transport network in Germany and a high priority on environmental protection, Bavaria is dependent on the use of modern, environmentally friendly rail technology.

Focus topics:

  • Vehicles
  • Infrastructure & energy
  • Operations & maintenance
  • Train control & protection

Contact:

Annette Herbst
Manager | Railway Technology

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Logistics

The European Metropolitan Region of Nuremberg is a conurbation with a strong shipping economy and a logistics node of European standing. In addition to numerous SME logistics service providers, various research institutions with great innovation potential can also be found here. Since 2014, CNA e.V. is coordinating the Logistics Initiative Bavaria on behalf of the Bavarian Ministry of Transport as an innovation platform and umbrella brand for logistics in Bavaria.

Here, CNA e.V. connects all players and technology suppliers along the supply chain to shape transport logistics for future. With the help of digitalization, the strengthening of sustainable modes of transport - also on the last mile - the transport of goods shall thus be made more efficient, environmentally friendly and socially acceptable.

Focus topics:

  • Transport logistics
  • Sustainability
  • Combined Transport
  • Digitalization
  • Last Mile

Contact:

Dr. Johannes Kraus
Manager | Logistics Initiative Bavaria

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Drive Technology

Transportation - whether for goods or people, by rail or road - is always based on different forms of drive technology. The mobility revolution and climate protection require innovative, environmentally friendly and efficient solutions, particularly in the field of drive technology. In addition to optimized approaches to internal combustion engines, new forms of hybrid or purely electric drive technology are increasing.

Fossil fuels are increasingly replaced by renewable energy sources such as hydrogen or synthetic fuels and gases.  CNA e.V. offers a neutral dialogue platform for experts from industry and science for new ideas and innovative projects.

Focus topics:

  • Electric drives
  • Alternative drives for urban transport
  • Optimization of diesel engines
  • LOHC technology for mobile application

Contact:

Dr. Rudolf Aunkofer
Managing Director | CNA

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Automotive

The Nuremberg Metropolitan Region is a center of the automotive supply industry with major companies on the international market. The focus here is on the vehicle electrical system, power electronics, and control units and actuators.

Current trends in the automotive sector require new approaches to solutions in energy storage systems, in energy transmission as well as in control and information transmission in the vehicle up to real-time and modern infotainment systems.

Focus topics:

  • Wandel in der Automobilindustrie - Patentlage
  • Komponenten für E-Fahrzeuge und Infrastruktur
  • Automatisiertes Fahren und intelligente Bordnetzsysteme

Contact:

Dr. Rudolf Aunkofer
Managing Director | CNA

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Mobility

In order to implement the climate targets, new forms of mobility are particularly necessary. In addition to conventional transport telematics, intelligent linking of the various modes of transport is a major challenge, but also a key to achieving the targets set.

On our platform, experts from municipal traffic planning and public transportation exchange ideas with representatives from industry, planning companies and academia on current topics and develop innovative approaches to solutions.

Focus topics:

  • Bicycle traffic
  • Intelligent traffic planning
  • Reactivation of railroads

Contact:

Dr. Rudolf Aunkofer
Managing Director | CNA

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