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Story | Apr 29, 2026

Julian Kakarott: “The Digital Hub is the innovation ecosystem for logistics and trade”

The Digital Hub Logistics & Commerce is one of the most important startup hotspots in Hamburg. In the interview, managing director Julian Kakarott explains why.

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The Hamburg startup mutly aims to make venues like football stadiums, theatres and concert halls accessible again for older people with limited mobility. Each month, it offers outings to a wide range of events, including tickets, transport and personal assistance at an affordable all-in price. CEO Leonie Dierksen has long been engaged with the issue of loneliness in old age and explains in the video who inspired her and the particular challenges faced by this target group.

Yang Liu: From Researcher to Founder

Born in Wuhan, biochemist Yang Liu’s career took him from Lund, Sweden, to Singapore and finally to Hamburg. After working at the Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine, he co-founded Panadea Diagnostics with two colleagues. The company develops precise laboratory tests for viral diseases. In the video, Yang Liu shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey, key challenges, and the role of modern diagnostics.

Jacqueline De Lora

CTO & Co-Founder from SURFACtoBioTech GmbH

“Hamburg's combination of international connectivity, sustainability focus, quality of life, and potential to support our growth creates an optimal environment for scaling biotechnology innovations from laboratory concepts to global market success.”

Christian Dietrich

Co-Founder & CEO of Kuyua

“Hamburg offers startups a powerful combination of international networking, economic strength and a high quality of life. Its proximity to global players and a growing tech ecosystem create ideal conditions for bringing new ideas to market quickly.”

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Angela Relógio

Founder of TimeTeller

“We are totally well supported in Hamburg. It's better than I've ever experienced before. The networks work really well. I feel a real culture of welcome here, because the city and the people are very open and warm-hearted. Everything runs very professionally here, and I can see that a lot of people are working here to move the city forward. We have found our home port.”

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Dr. Mazen Rizk

CEO & Founder of Mushlabs

“We want to change the world from Hamburg with our fermentation technology and are delighted to have the senator's support. Together we can build an innovative, robust and, above all, sustainable food system that will also contribute to Hamburg's food supply in the future.”

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Lucy Larbi

Initiator of AiDiA

“Hamburg has a special significance for us, especially as Hamburg is the hometown of many AiDiA members and has great potential to become Germany's innovation city. We look forward to making our contribution along the way.”

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Nico Hansen

Founder of Vanozza

“From my perspective, Hamburg is a melting pot for creative ideas and innovations. The Food Cluster has just been created, which will give the location a further boost. There are also numerous networking platforms and funding programmes - we have benefited greatly from the foodlab accelerator programme and IFB Hamburg's InnoFounder programme.”

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Anusha Akkina

Co-Founder - Aurelytix

“I chose Hamburg – international, pragmatic, and with a true “get-it-done” spirit. As a migrant, I bring new perspectives and strong determination. The Startup Unit and local founders were my compass in the early days. My tip: actively ask for intros and join meetups – those who reach out openly find support quickly.”