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The future of rail transport

The railway was one of the most significant inventions to come out of industrialisation. It remains an abiding source of fascination, but now this world of locomotives, wagons, rails and signals is now associated with plenty of cutting-edge technology. Digitalisation, automation, new communications technologies and standards, modern materials and production engineering and the use of machine learning and artificial intelligence have the potential to make rail transport much more appealing and competitive in future.

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Wind energy research

Wind power is already the second most important energy source in Germany. It makes the largest contribution to electricity generation from renewable resources.

Mission

MMX – Martian Moons eXploration

The two moons of Mars, Phobos and Deimos, are the target of the Japanese exploration mission 'Martian Moons eXploration', MMX for short. DLR and the French space agency CNES are involved with a lander that will explore Phobos on the surface for several weeks.

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Maritime research

DLR's maritime research focuses on the oceans, lakes and rivers and draws on expertise from all areas: findings from aeronautics, space, energy, transport and security come together.

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Events

September 21 - 25, 2026

ECSSMET 2026

The European Conference on Spacecraft Structures, Materials and Environmental Testing (ECSSMET) will take place in Braunschweig from 21 to 25 September. The conference is co-organised by ESA, DLR and CNES and will take place daily from 9:00 to 18:00.

September 22 - 25, 2026

Euro Defence Expo 2026

Euro Defence Expo is an international trade fair for security and defence technologies and offers a platform for exchange between industry, research, authorities and politics on current developments and future requirements in the field of security and defence.

September 22 - 25, 2026

InnoTrans 2026

InnoTrans is the world’s leading international trade fair for transport technology. It brings together manufacturers, transport companies, infrastructure operators, research institutions and political players and presents innovations along the entire rail transport value chain.

September 28 - 30, 2026

Bits & Pretzels 2026

Bits & Pretzels is one of Europe’s leading founder and start-up events and brings together start-ups, investors, companies, politicians and players from science and innovation. The focus is on entrepreneurship, technology, digitalisation and the exchange of innovative business models.

Careers and education

DLR jobs – calling all scientists, engineers, trainees and more!

We offer exciting jobs for a wide range of talents. All vacancies and information on how to get started can be found here.

Merchandise, fashion and more – online at the Space Shop

Space-Shop by Sozialwerk DLR e.V.

The online Space Shop brings the excitement of aeronautics, space exploration and other DLR topics straight to you. From T-shirts and hoodies to children’s clothing, astronaut food and popular accessories – every purchase keeps the spirit of science alive while also making a positive impact. All proceeds support the charitable work of Sozialwerk beim DLR e.V., allowing you to combine your passion for science and research with meaningful social engagement in a truly special way.