Rudolf Juchelka

Prof. Dr. Rudolf Juchelka is a Professor of Economic Geography, Transport & Logistics at the Institute of Geography, University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany. He has held this position since 2001 and served as governing director of the institute. His work focuses on

• economic geography
• transport systems
• logistics networks
• urban redevelopment
• sustainable mobility
• globalization impacts

Educational Background:

• Geography, Economics, German Studies, Education at RWTH Aachen and University of Bonn
• PhD in Geography (1997) from RWTH Aachen
• Habilitation (2004) in Geography at RWTH Aachen

His research interests span economic and transport geography, with emphasis on logistics clusters, sustainable mobility, urban cable cars, airport cities, and structural change in industrial regions. His publications highlight trends in logistics networks, urban transport, and globalization’s effects on transport hubs like Dubai. Recent work includes studies on micro-mobility and urban freight optimization.

Scientific Awards:

• Diversity Prize, UDE (2017)
• Teaching Award, UDE (2008)
• BMW Scientific Award (1995)

He advises institutions on transport and logistics, including the German Savings Bank Association (DSGV) and regional governments. His lectures cover topics like urban cable cars, mobility transitions, and global logistics trends. He is involved in institutions like the Zentrum für Logistik und Verkehr (ZLV) and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Geographie.