Uncovering Parallels in Humanitarian and Trafficking Supply Chains to Disrupt Exploitation
threat or use of force or coercion, abduction, fraud, deception, abuse of power or vulnerability, or payments to obtain consent of a person controlling another, for the purpose of exploitation. Exploitation [...] University, an anti-trafficking supply chain expert, we conducted a study to better understand the links between humanitarian operations and anti-trafficking supply chains and to promote cross-learning
Hassan Montazeri
chains, with a focus on addressing drug shortages. Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Andreas K. Gernert and Prof. Dr. Marianne Jahre, Hassan is dedicated to developing innovative solutions that enhance [...] . These capabilities were further refined during his master's studies in Industrial Engineering, where he developed a mathematical model to tackle a complex optimization problem, demonstrating his
Shizhuo Sun
program at Kühne Logistics University in December 2024 under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Jörn Meissner and Prof. Dr. Arne Heinold. His research focuses on the Machine Learning Algorithms in Logistics Operations. He studied Industrial Engineering as an undergraduate at Nanjing Institute of Technology (NJIT) and graduated with the first place in his
Alumna Fiona Liddell: From Golf Greens to Global Controlling – Fiona’s Path from KLU to Beiersdorf HQ
series. Here, our alumni tell us more about their way after their studies at KLU – and how their time here influenced their future paths. This month, we’re proud to highlight the journey of Fiona Liddell [...] to start this new chapter. I am grateful for my friend, who was studying at KLU, who recommended to study there, too. The friendships I made at KLU are truly lifelong. Many of my closest friends in Hamburg [...] felt genuinely supported, especially by Professor Himme , who supervised my Master’s thesis. He recognized my prior experience but still challenged and encouraged me to grow. We also started our studies
Tom Stroink
Tom Stroink PhD Candidate Tom Stroink began his PhD studies at Kühne Logistics University in 2025 under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Kai Hoberg. His research focuses on the strategic [...] Holding GmbH as an industry partner. Before starting his doctoral studies, Tom completed his Master of Science in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Kühne Logistics University, with a
Thuong Ngo
Ngo PhD Candidate Thuong is from Vietnam, and she begins her PhD studies at Kühne Logistics University (KLU) in June 2025, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Jan Becker and Prof. Dr. Christian Barrot.
New Horizons. Same Mindset.
partner of the German Junior Sailing League (DJSL). Sailing and studying - two worlds that have a lot in common, for example precision, strategic thinking, teamwork and orientation under changing conditions [...] athletes with a sports scholarship and assistance in combining studies and competitive sport. The partnership with the DJSL deepens this commitment and brings together sporting ambition with academic [...] opportunities for the athletes. Special scholarship for the start of studies To celebrate the new partnership, KLU is awarding a sports scholarship for DJSL athletes for the start of their studies in September
Ulysse David
University as a PhD candidate in September 2025, under the supervision of both Prof. Dr. Gordon Wilmsmeier and Prof. Dr. Johannes Meuer. Under the MSCA grant project POTENT (Ports as Energy Transition [...] institutions affiliated with the University of Rennes. During his studies, he completed an exchange at the University of Ljubljana to gain knowledge on energy systems and transition, before completing two [...] ownership structures for 273 biomethane units with 23 in-depth case studies, we identify two main sources of distortion. First, arrangements affecting fixed assets and biomass inputs may disconnect recorded
Philipp Zoche
Philipp Zoche PhD Candidate Philipp Zoche began his studies as a PhD candidate at the KLU in September 2025 under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Maria Besiou. His research focuses on humanitarian [...] Business with a Major in Supply Chain Management. As part of his studies, Philipp spent a semester abroad at Trinity College Dublin, and later at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden. During his
Valentina Munoz Bernal
and researcher at Kühne Logistics University (KLU) under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Mojtaba Salem. She is part of the Center for Humanitarian Logistics and Regional Development (CHORD). She holds a [...] Global Development and the Kellogg Institute for International Studies. She also served as a graduate consultant for the Fund for Peace and the Center for Amazonian Scientific Innovation (CINCIA). Beyond
