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European Commission investigates German support for DB Cargo

10.12.2024

DB Cargo Plans Major Restructuring with 5,000 Job Cuts by 2029

DB Cargo plans to lay off 5,000 workers by 2029 as part of its restructuring strategy. The decision exceeds initial expectations and aims to improve efficiency and meet EU requirements.
ETCS Deployment in Germany

06.12.2024

ETCS Deployment in Germany: Challenges and Delays Until 2035

ETCS Deployment in Germany may face delays until 2035 due to financial challenges and shifting priorities. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Schenker

05.12.2024

Deutsche Bahn Faces Profit Decline Following Schenker Sale

Germany’s national railway operator anticipates a significant profit drop of 70% next year due to Schenker’s sale. The sale, finalized with Denmark’s DSV, is projected to reshape Deutsche Bahn’s financial outlook.
The tender for Deutsche Bahn's new ICE 5

30.11.2024

The Tender for Deutsche Bahn’s New ICE 5 Faces Challenges

Deutsche Bahn’s ambitious project to introduce the ICE 5 high-speed trains has hit delays. The company recently rejected all bids, effectively pausing the tender for Deutsche Bahn's new ICE 5.
Lufthansa Express Rail

26.11.2024

Lufthansa Express Rail: Convenient Travel from Frankfurt Airport

Lufthansa Express Rail is rapidly gaining popularity among travelers combining flights with train journeys in Germany. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
electrify a railway line

21.11.2024

Switzerland and Germany join forces to electrify a railway line and improve transport connections

Switzerland and Germany electrify a railway line to enhance transport between their border regions. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
New ICE Plant

20.11.2024

New ICE Plant in Dortmund Set to Revolutionize Railway Maintenance

Deutsche Bahn (DB) has started constructing the New ICE Plant in Dortmund-Hafen, a €400 million project set to open by 2027.
Hamburg–Berlin Rail Corridor

19.11.2024

Hamburg–Berlin Rail Corridor: Major Renovation Begins in 2025

Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced a significant renovation project for the Hamburg–Berlin Rail Corridor. The nine-month overhaul aims to enhance infrastructure and improve travel experiences for its 30,000 daily users.
Electrification of German Railways

18.11.2024

Electrification of German Railways Faces Challenges in Meeting 2030 Goals

Electrification of German Railways is lagging, jeopardizing the country’s ambitious 2030 environmental goals. Immediate actions are essential to improve infrastructure and meet sustainability targets.
Revising Rail Infrastructure Costs in Germany

18.11.2024

Revising Rail Infrastructure Costs in Germany: BSN Proposes Major Reforms for Transparency and Efficiency

The BSN association is advocating for revising rail infrastructure costs in Germany to improve efficiency and transparency.
Deutsche Bahn halted the tender

13.11.2024

Deutsche Bahn halted the tender for new high-speed trains due to lack of bids

Deutsche Bahn halted the tender for 95 new high-speed electric trains of the next generation. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
railway lines

12.11.2024

RDC Deutschland Expands by Acquiring New Railway Lines in Northwestern Germany

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.