Henning Krug

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Henning Krug is a Professor of Infrastructure Planning at the Nürtingen-Geislingen University of Applied Sciences (HfWU) since 2016. He serves as Vice Dean FUGT and Dean of the Urban Landscape Transformation (SLM) program, working from the Nürtingen campus (CB1 153, Schelmenwasen 4-8, 72622 Nürtingen).

• Education:
  • Studied Social Geography (major), Law, Landscape Ecology, Economics, and Transport Planning at Technical University of Munich (1988–1994)
  • Doctorate in Architecture, Urban Planning, and Landscape Planning at University of Kassel (2006, "summa cum laude")

Research Focus: Henning Krug specializes in infrastructure planning, urban development, and integrated transport systems. His work bridges urban landscape transformation with sustainable environmental management, reflecting HfWU's emphasis on applied research.

Professional Affiliation: Currently affiliated with HfWU's Campus Nürtingen, he previously held leadership roles at Heidelberg City Planning Office (Head of Traffic Planning 2004–2007, Head of Department for Inner City Development 2008–2016).

Scientific Recognition: His doctorate from the University of Kassel was awarded the highest distinction ("summa cum laude"), highlighting his academic excellence in interdisciplinary urban planning.