Denise Beil

Denise Beil (26) from Sankt Marien, District Linz-Land, was honored this year with the "Chimney Award" from the FH Upper Austria Faculty of Business and Management at the Steyr Campus. As a graduate of the Supply Chain Management (SCM) program at the FH Upper Austria Faculty of Business and Management in Steyr, she was one of only six students in the entire graduating class to receive the award for outstanding performance and an exceptional thesis.

Denise Beil is currently working as a research associate at the Logistikum of FH Upper Austria in Steyr. About her master's studies in "Supply Chain Management," she enthusiastically explains:

"What fascinated me the most was the opportunity to meet people who could convey their passion for their subject very well to us. I also liked the practical approach. We had lecturers who were active in various fields of business and shared their knowledge acquired in practice with us, creating a very good mix of theory and practice."

After completing her studies, she was often asked if she really wanted to continue working in research. Her answer is clear, "Yes":

"During my studies, I discovered my passion for research with a focus on more sustainable future development, especially in the transport sector, which is one of the largest environmental polluters worldwide. Moreover, the transport sector is where I began my professional career. I want to continue focusing my energy on bringing about changes in our sector to reduce the negative impacts on our climate. I have the opportunity to work in a team with highly committed and competent colleagues at the Logistikum of FH Upper Austria on the Steyr Campus, where we pursue a common goal and can achieve more together than in a conventional work environment. I am confident that we will drive change together."

Master's Thesis: Freight mode choices for eco-friendly transport modes

"In my master's thesis, I examined how the current freight transport within the EU, which is currently predominantly handled on the road, can be shifted to more environmentally friendly modes of transport. The acceptance of various economic and political measures to promote this modal shift was investigated. What makes my work special is that a large sample analysis was conducted, leading to meaningful results. Concrete recommendations from my master's thesis include a more targeted infrastructure development for sustainable modes of transport, as well as various service and efficiency improvements. My master's thesis was part of a research project at Logistikum Steyr (FH Upper Austria), and I am pleased that the results continue to be used in further research projects," says the award winner about her outstanding thesis.