In the thirteenth episode of the IAA MOBILITY VISIONARY CLUB, host Sarah Harman welcomes Markus Papke, Chief Innovation Officer at Riese & Müller.

With a visionary outlook, Papke paints a picture of an urban future where e-bikes are not just a means of transportation, but the centerpiece of sustainable, livable cities. He discusses the “Smart Shift” toward cleaner, more connected, and safer mobility, shares inspiring examples from major cities around the world, and explains why e-bikes are a true lifestyle choice—one that has the power to fundamentally change our daily lives and the way we move.

Discover how innovative technologies—from AI-powered maintenance to V2X communication—are transforming comfort and safety, the role of circular economy principles and sustainable design, and why bold infrastructure decisions made today can be the game-changer for the mobility of tomorrow.

IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club x Simon Schütz, Head of Department Communication, Events & Marketing at VDA

The IAA MOBILITY Visionary Club, hosted by Sarah Harmann and supported by BCG,  gain a comprehensive overview of current and future trends in the mobility sector, and explore various topics and aspects of IAA MOBILITY. In each Visionary Club session, an expert selected in collaboration with BCG delivers a 5-10 minute inspirational talk live on LinkedIn. This segment focuses on cutting-edge topics and innovations in the mobility sector. Following the talk, there is a 15-20 minute interactive Q&A session, where moderator Sarah Harmann fields questions from the LinkedIn audience. Each session is published as a podcast afterwards.  

IAA MOBILITY 2025, held from September 9-14 in Munich, is the leading international platform for showcasing innovative mobility solutions, from micromobility and cars to bicycles and new public transport. With a strong focus on sustainability and technology, IAA MOBILITY unites all stakeholders in the mobility ecosystem to drive progress and innovation.