RDC Deutschland acquired two railway lines in northwestern Germany, significantly boosting its transport capabilities. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

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Photo: NordWestBahn

This acquisition strengthens the company’s market position and broadens its reach within the region. As a subsidiary of the North American holding Railroad Development, RDC Deutschland completed this deal with freight operator Captrain Deutschland, part of the French National Railway Company (SNCF).

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RDC Deutschland now owns a 25.1 km section on the Harsewinkel — Verl line in North Rhine-Westphalia and a depot in Lengerich, located on the Münster — Osnabrück line. The Westphalia-Lippe Local Transport Association (NWL) plans to restore and adapt this depot for passenger services by the end of 2027.

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The second acquired railway line stretches 10.4 km north of Bremen. Regional express and NordWestBahn (NWB) trains operate here, providing passenger services under a contract until 2036. This line is electrified and powered by 15 kV alternating current, ensuring stable, reliable transport. Meanwhile, RDC Deutschland continues expanding its freight and passenger services, investing in infrastructure to improve service quality.

Future Development of RDC Deutschland’s Railway Lines

In February 2022, Railroad Development acquired a 75% stake in Norddeutsche Eisenbahn Niebüll (NEG) from the National Railway Company of Luxembourg (CFL). With this acquisition, RDC Deutschland has become the largest private railway infrastructure owner in northern Germany, holding about 100 km of lines.

The company plans to grow freight transport and infrastructure to enhance transport capabilities in the region. The Lengerich depot will join RDC Deutschland’s other maintenance facilities in Niebüll (Schleswig-Holstein) and Vienna (Austria), providing train repair and servicing.

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