Hamburg is investing €285M to launch Germany’s first fully digitalized S-Bahn network by 2030. This initiative promises enhanced efficiency and improved public transport capacity for the growing city. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Hamburg is investing €285M to launch Germany’s first fully digitalized S-Bahn network by 2030
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Hamburg’s Investment in Modernizing the S-Bahn Network

The Senate has announced a €285M investment to digitize the S-Bahn network. This revolutionary upgrade aims to increase punctuality, expand capacity, and streamline operations across the city’s transport system.

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Digitalization Ensures Hamburg’s Railway Meets Future Demand

By 2030, Hamburg expects daily S-Bahn passengers to rise from 750,000 to 1.1M. Automated operations, such as braking and ignition, will ensure the network can handle this significant growth effectively.

Upgrades began in 2022, with over 80 trains already upgraded or newly ordered. Plans include modernizing an additional 170 trains and replacing outdated signal boxes in Altona and Hamburg’s central station. These changes, alongside the implementation of the European Train Control System (ETCS), will allow 30% more trains to run on existing tracks.

Regional Advantages Extend Beyond Hamburg

Neighboring states Schleswig-Holstein and Lower Saxony will also benefit from Hamburg’s digitalized S-Bahn. Improved punctuality, extended train lifespans, and regional collaboration ensure cost efficiency and sustainability for all partners involved.

By leading this ambitious project, Hamburg sets a benchmark for modernizing public transport in Germany and beyond. This initiative ensures a reliable and efficient transport future for the region.

Source: hamburg-business.com

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