On April 30, 2025, Deutsche Bahn officially completed the sale of its logistics subsidiary DB Schenker to Danish company DSV, after receiving prior approval from regulators in the EU and the US. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

On April 30, 2025, Deutsche Bahn officially completed the sale of its logistics subsidiary DB Schenker to Danish company DSV, after receiving prior approval from regulators in the EU and the US
Photo: DB Schenker

The deal amounted to €14.3 billion excluding debt liabilities, enabling DB to significantly reduce its debt and refocus on its core rail business.

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DSV, strengthening its global position, plans to invest around €1 billion in its German operations over the next 3–5 years.

The agreement between DB and DSV was signed in September 2024, and its closure marks one of the largest logistics transactions in Europe in recent years.

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This acquisition reinforces DSV’s presence in the European market, especially in warehousing and logistics operations. The investment will support modernization and digital transformation of infrastructure.

These efforts are expected to boost competitiveness and deliver a technological edge amid rising global demand for logistics services.

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Deutsche Bahn’s leadership views the sale as a strategic move to prioritize its core specialization—passenger and freight rail transportation.

Additionally, the company aims to improve financial stability and redirect resources toward infrastructure development, which is essential for upcoming sector reforms.

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