Research-driven
optimisation, grounded
in operational reality.
Who We Are
The Routing Lab is a European, research-driven software lab focused on turning optimisation research into practical tools for delivery networks.
We believe technology should help people make better operational decisions – grounded in evidence, not assumptions.
Our Background
Applied Research and Consultancy for Logistics Networks
Founded by a team of computer scientists and data engineers, The Routing Lab grew from academic research in optimisation and network efficiency.
Our mission: translate research into practical tools that solve the everyday challenges of logistics networks.
We work at the intersection of academic rigour and operational practicality, bridging the gap between theory and execution.
Our Journey
A steady path from research to real-world testing and deployment.
Technology Development
Core optimisation frameworks designed and tested through academic research, supported by the Polish National Centre for Research and Development (NCBR) with over €600,000 in funding.
Field Tests
Early live trials with logistics partners, validating models for routing, network efficiency and resource allocation under real operating conditions.
Product Development
Selected research outcomes evolved into AutoHiver – a dedicated platform for route optimisation and last-mile delivery planning, built on the Lab's broader logistics research base.
Pilot Expansion
Ongoing pilots and collaborations across Europe, testing AutoHiver in diverse delivery contexts while continuing research into network-level optimisation and future logistics intelligence.
Our Awards
Recognised for research-led innovation in logistics and mobility.
EIT Urban Mobility
Accelerator 2023
CITITHON 2023•Winner
Winner of the prestigious CITITHON 2023 competition, recognising innovative urban mobility solutions.
Warsaw Booster 2023
Accelerator•Finalist
Finalist in Warsaw's premier startup accelerator programme for innovative technology companies.
AKCES NCBR 2023
Accelerator•Finalist
Finalist in Poland's National Centre for Research and Development accelerator programme.
Unicorn Hub 2025
Startup Booster•Winner
Winner of Poland's Unicorn Hub Startup Booster, backed by the National Centre for Research and Development.
Our Approach
We build partnerships grounded in transparency, collaboration and measurable results.
Discovery Workshop
Define challenges, objectives and context.
Data Simulation
Model performance and test improvement scenarios.
Demo & Review
Share findings and discuss key outcomes.
Proposal & Agreement
Align on scope, schedule and KPIs.
Custom Implementation
Deliver tailored deployment and training.
Pilot Option
Prove value with a focused, low-risk trial.
Also included:
Step-by-step onboarding with rollback options, collaborative implementation planning and continuity assurance (escrow and partner backup support).
Our Partners
We collaborate with universities, research centres and industry experts who share our commitment to evidence-based improvement.
We work closely with Bialystok University of Technology, Poznań Institute of Technology (Łukasiewicz Network) and Last Mile Experts, who help shape our research and technology development in logistics and optimisation.
We also partner with technology providers and solution integrators – Technoplex, FleetConnect and SoftwareHut – supporting applied projects and pilot implementations.
Let's Build Smarter Last-Mile Logistics
We're expanding our research collaborations and partnerships across Europe – working with logistics operators, universities and technology providers who believe in smarter, evidence-based improvement.
If you'd like to discuss a project, partnership or idea, we'd love to hear from you.
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Contact us directly at [email protected]