Thesis Opportunity: Sustainable Transportation and Logistics Network Design

Systemair is a leading company in ventilation with operations in 54 countries in Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and Africa. Since the founding of Systemair in 1974, the company has shown positive operating profit. Over the past 10 years, average growth has reached about 10 percent. The company manufactures and markets energy-efficient and sustainable products that contribute to an improved indoor climate and reduced carbon dioxide emissions. We make sure that there is clean air that allows us humans to live and work together. About the Assignment We are seeking a master’s student to conduct a thesis project focused on sustainable transportation and logistics decarbonization within a global manufacturing and distribution network. The project will explore current and emerging transportation technologies, alternative fuels, innovative logistics concepts, and modal solutions that can further advance sustainability performance while supporting cost efficiency and high service levels. The thesis will support the development of a more sustainable transport network by identifying realistic and scalable solutions for future implementation across inbound, internal, and outbound transportation flows. Depending on the student’s interests and background, the thesis can focus on either Sustainable Transportation & Logistics Decarbonization or Network Optimization & Distribution Design. Objective The objective is to analyze Systemair's transportation network and logistics flows, evaluate its performance, and identify opportunities to improve sustainability through transportation optimization, network efficiency improvements, modal shifts, and emerging transportation solutions. Main Areas The thesis work may cover one or more of the following areas

• Analyze Systemair's transportation network, logistics flows, and emissions footprint.
• Evaluate transportation performance, including volumes, routes, lead-times, costs, and service levels.
• Assess opportunities for transport optimization, network efficiency improvements, modal shifts, and emission reductions.
• Evaluate sustainable transportation solutions, alternative fuels, and emerging technologies.
• Benchmark industry best practices and low-emission logistics providers.
• Develop future transportation scenarios and recommendations to support Systemair's sustainability ambitions.

Expected Outcomes

• Assessment of the current transportation network and emissions footprint.
• Evaluation of sustainable transportation solutions and emerging technologies.
• Identification of transportation optimization and emission reduction opportunities.
• Benchmark insights from industry best practices.
• Comparison of alternative transportation scenarios.
• Strategic recommendations for future implementation.

Who are We Looking For? You are currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering and Management, Logistics, Supply chain, Production Engineering, or a related field. You are analytically minded, curious about supply chain and logistics processes, and comfortable working independently. What You Will Learn and Contribute Through this thesis project, you will gain hands-on experience in a global manufacturing and distribution environment and have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced supply chain professionals. Your work will help shape future ways of working and support informed decision-making with tangible business impact. Additional Information The thesis project is connected to our operations in Skinnskatteberg. While some activities, meetings, and collaboration are best conducted on site, much of the work can be carried out remotely. We offer flexibility and will plan the level of on-site presence together based on the project's needs. Submit your application no later than 2026-10-31. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.