Germany: First Stadler CITYLINK TramTrain Arrives in Saarbrücken Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 10, 20250 Stadler officially unveiled the first CITYLINK TramTrain for Saarbahn on 9 June 2025 in Saarbrücken-Brebach. This delivery is part of the major VDV-TramTrain procurement initiative, led by a consortium of six public transport operators from Germany and Austria. Stadler will manufacture up to 504 vehicles under this joint agreement, with 28 of
DB Confirms Reports of Potential Service Between Germany and London Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 10, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has confirmed reports of a potential new Eurostar connection between Germany and London. A DB spokesperson has confirmed that there are ongoing discussions regarding the possibility of such a service, which the company has stated would be ‘challenging from a technical, operational, and legal perspective’. Eurostar trains at London
Hitachi Rail to Support Renewal of Hamburg–Berlin Rail Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 2, 20250 DB InfraGO AG has appointed Hitachi Rail to support the general overhaul of the Hamburg–Berlin rail line, one of Germany’s busiest intercity corridors. The project involves a comprehensive renewal of the control-command and signalling (CCS) systems along a stretch of approximately 200 kilometres between Paulinenaue and Schwanheide. By deploying its latest ESTW
DB Announces Summer ICE Discount Scheme Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 30, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced a number of discounts for its ICE service over the course of the summer. The service, which has seen significant levels of passenger increase during the first four months of 2025, has announced a new pricing structure for the upcoming summer months, with fare reductions across
Siemens Mobility to Present Rail Solutions at Transport Logistic 2025 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 29, 20250 Siemens Mobility is set to present a range of new and updated technologies for rail transport at this year’s Transport Logistic trade fair in Munich from 2-5 June 2025. The company has announced a specific focus on enhancing operational flexibility and supporting digitalisation in the sector. Throughout the event, Siemens Mobility is
FlixTrain Orders 65 New High-Speed Trains from Talgo Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 27, 20250 FlixTrain has ordered 65 new high-speed trains under a contract worth up to 2.4 billion EUR. The trains will be built by Spanish manufacturer Talgo, with Vectron locomotives provided by Siemens. This deal represents a major step in FlixTrain’s plans to grow its rail services in Germany and across Europe. The
Deutsche Bahn Uses Old Car Batteries to Help Power Leipzig ICE Depot Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 27, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has fitted its long-distance ICE train depot in Leipzig with a new energy system that combines solar panels with old electric car batteries. This is the first time DB has used this kind of battery storage at one of its ICE depots. PV system on the technical hall of
New Direct Connections Planned for Munich, Milan and Rome Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 23, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has entered a new cooperation agreement with both the Italian Trenitalia and Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) to implement new direct connections between Munich and Milan, as well as between Munich and Rome. The new connections, which will begin from the end of 2026, form part of a new
DB Awards Final Construction Contracts for Hamburg–Berlin Rail Line Renovation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 22, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has awarded the construction contracts for the last phase of the general renovation on the Hamburg–Berlin rail corridor. This final segment between Hamburg-Rothenburgsort and Büchen will be upgraded by a consortium of firms following a Europe-wide procurement process. Extensive work on the rail network and stations will start on
Seven Minutes Under the Sea: An Update on the Fehmarnbelt Fixed Link Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 8, 20250 At the Train & Rail event in Stockholm, Kirsten Margrethe Christensen of Femern A/S presented an update on the Fehmarnbelt Fixed Link, an infrastructure project currently under construction between Denmark and Germany. The 18-kilometre undersea tunnel, which began construction in 2020, is a significant undertaking designed to improve cross-border mobility and
Deutsche Bahn Finalises Sale of DB Schenker to DSV Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 1, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has completed the sale of its logistics subsidiary, DB Schenker, to Danish transport and logistics company DSV for an enterprise value of 14.3 billion EUR. The transaction, described by DB as the largest in its corporate history, marks a strategic shift for the German railway group as it
Siemens Mobility Begins Hydrogen Train Production for Südostbayernbahn Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 30, 20250 Siemens Mobility has begun manufacturing a new fleet of hydrogen-powered trains that will enter service on the Südostbayernbahn network in southeastern Bavaria from late 2026. This development follows a second order for the company’s Mireo Plus H model and forms part of a wider strategy by the Bavarian state to reduce
Stadler Reaches Long-Term Agreement for Future of Berlin Plant Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 14, 20250 The future of Stadler’s Berlin plant has been secured following an agreement between management, employee representatives, and the IG Metall trade union. A collective labour agreement, finalised on 9 April and approved by IG Metall members on 10 April, will underpin operations at the site for the foreseeable future. The agreement includes
Alstom to Equip Hamburg S-Bahn Trains for Digital Rail Operations Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 10, 20250 Alstom has signed a contract with S-Bahn Hamburg to upgrade 82 BR 490 trains with the European Train Control System (ETCS) and Automatic Train Operation (ATO) technology. The agreement, valued at over 60 million EUR, forms part of broader efforts to introduce more digital systems into Germany’s rail network. The S-Bahn trains
Siemens to Upgrade Grid Control Software for German Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 31, 20250 Siemens has been contracted to supply DB Energie with advanced grid control software, modernising its transmission grid operations for the German railway network. DB Energie, which provides energy to trains, railroad facilities, and real estate across Germany, will upgrade its current system, Spectrum Power 4, to the more advanced Spectrum Power
Stadler TRAMLINK Tram Presented in Potsdam Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 25, 20250 The first new TRAMLINK tram for Potsdam has been officially presented by ViP Verkehrsbetrieb Potsdam and Stadler Rail to representatives of the state capital. This vehicle is the first of 13 new trams that will contribute to expanding capacity in the city. The event marked a step toward integrating the vehicle
Škoda Group Produces World’s Longest Tram for Germany Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 19, 20250 Škoda Group has completed the first of twelve 60-metre-long trams, which will be delivered to the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan area in Germany. The Škoda ForCity Smart 38T tram, developed for German operator Rhein-Neckar-Verkehr GmbH (rnv), is part of a modular fleet designed to meet public transport demands in Mannheim, Heidelberg, and Ludwigshafen. Škoda
Škoda Group to Refurbish NIM Express Trains for DB Regio Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 6, 20250 DB Regio has contracted Škoda Group to refurbish up to six double-decker NIM Express trains operating on the high-speed link between Nuremberg and Munich in Germany. Each train has accumulated nearly 1.5 million kilometres in service and will undergo extensive maintenance and refurbishment at Škoda Group’s facility in Šumperk, Czech Republic. NIM
DB Signs Landmark €6.3 Billion Contract for Digital Rail Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 11, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has entered into a landmark long-term volume contract with four rail industry companies for the supply and implementation of digital control and safety technology (DLST). This 6.3 billion EUR agreement marks a significant step in modernising Germany’s railway infrastructure. The contract covers digital interlocking technology (DSTW), including the European
Exhibition Space at InnoTrans 2026 Over 85% Booked Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 10, 20250 InnoTrans has reported a strong demand for its 2026 edition, with more than 85 percent of exhibition space already booked. The event, marking its 30th anniversary, will take place at Messe Berlin from 22 to 25 September 2026. InnoTrans 2024 © Messe Berlin The event organisers have also announced that following its successful debut
Alstom’s Trápaga Site to Deliver Three Major Rail Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 5, 20250 Alstom’s Spanish Trápaga development centre has been selected to deliver three new rail projects for operation in Germany, Sweden and the United Kingdom. The projects include both the manufacturing of traction systems and converters for 61 commuter trains for Deutsche Bahn in Germany, 39 medium-distance trains for Västtradik in Sweden and
DB Consolidates Heavy Maintenance for all ICE 4 Trains in Cottbus Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 14, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) is consolidating heavy maintenance for all types of ICE 4 trains—seven-car, 12-car, and 13-car configurations—at the Cottbus facility in Lusatia. The ICE 4 plays a key role in DB’s long-distance fleet, with 137 trains in service. Originally planned as a multi-plant operation, the transition of their maintenance activity
Germany: Deutschland-Ticket Cost Increases to €58 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20250 From the start of 2025, the Deutschland-Ticket, Germany’s flagship public transportation pass, has increased in price to 58 EUR per month. The Deutschland-Ticket was introduced in 2023 as a 49 EUR ticket. This nationwide subscription provides unlimited travel on regional and local public transport within Germany, including buses, trams, U-Bahn, S-Bahn,
Deutsche Bahn to Recruit 5,700 Young Professionals in 2025 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 29, 20240 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced plans to hire approximately 5,700 trainees and dual study students in autumn 2025, maintaining its commitment to recruiting young talent. Despite ongoing changes under DB’s S3 restructuring programme, this drive demonstrates a continued focus on operational roles essential to rail services in Germany. Young talent is the
Siemens Mobility Progresses Desiro Verve UK Debut Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 23, 20240 Siemens Mobility has implemented its new diesel-battery-electric ‘tri-mode’ technology on a slew of rail vehicles in Germany, paving the way for the company’s train technology to make its debut on British soil. Rolled out on 31 of the company’s Mireo Plus B trains in East Brandenburg, Germany, the introduction follows the
Direct High-Speed ICE Train Launches from Berlin to Paris Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 17, 20240 Deutsche Bahn (DB) and SNCF Voyageurs have officially launched a new direct high-speed train service between Berlin and Paris. The ICE route simplifies travel between Berlin and Paris, which previously required at least one transfer. Operated jointly by DB and SNCF, the direct service now takes around 8 hours. The service launched
Siemens’ Mireo Plus H Hydrogen Train Enters Passenger Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 12, 20240 Siemens Mobility has announced the introduction of its Mireo Plus H hydrogen and Mireo Plus B battery trains into passenger service across multiple regions in Germany. Mireo Plus H Hydrogen Trains The Mireo Plus H hydrogen train has been authorised for passenger operation and will debut on the Heidekrautbahn line in Berlin-Brandenburg.
Germany: Škoda ForCity Smart Trams Debut in Bonn Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 10, 20240 The Škoda ForCity Smart Bonn tram officially entered service in Bonn, Germany on 9 December 2024. Following rigorous testing, including trials in Vienna’s Climatic Wind Tunnel and final approval from the Technical Assessment Body, the tram has now begun carrying passengers. A launch event was held at SWB Bus und Bahn’s Beuel
Deutsche Bahn Breaks Ground on New ICE Plant in Dortmund Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 20, 20240 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has initiated the construction of a 400 million EUR ICE maintenance plant in Dortmund-Hafen, set to open in 2027. The facility will be one of Europe’s most modern and climate-friendly railway plants. Its operation will also create up to 500 jobs, including apprenticeship positions. Visualisation of the new ICE
DB Awards Construction Contracts for Hamburg–Berlin Rail Renovation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 19, 20240 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has awarded the first construction contracts for its comprehensive overhaul of Germany’s busiest direct city rail connection between Hamburg and Berlin. The nine-month project, set to begin on 1 August 2025, aims to modernise infrastructure and enhance the passenger experience on the 278-kilometre route, which serves approximately 30,000
DB Regio Enhances Mobile Reception on Trains with Laser Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 11, 20240 DB Regio has improved mobile reception onboard trains in Berlin and Brandenburg with laser-modified windows. Commissioned by the Berlin-Brandenburg Transport Association (VBB) and Nahverkehrsservice Sachsen-Anhalt GmbH (NASA), DB has introduced the modified windows on 21 regional trains. The cutting-edge laser technology allows mobile signals to pass through the metal-coated windows that previously
Messe Berlin Launches New Mobility Division Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 4, 20240 Messe Berlin has launched a new Mobility Division to centralise its portfolio of mobility-themed events, including InnoTrans. The division will be led by Kai Mangelberger starting in November 2024. Alongside InnoTrans, it will include events such as ILA, the international aerospace exhibition; BUS2BUS, the bus and supply industry expo; and IZB,
Deutsche Bahn Appeals Court Ruling Concerning Rising Stuttgart 21 Costs Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 28, 20240 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has applied to the Administrative Court of Baden-Württemberg to appeal a lawsuit concerning billions of euros in additional costs for the Stuttgart 21 project. DB asserts that its project partners—the state of Baden-Württemberg, the city of Stuttgart, the Stuttgart Region Association, and Stuttgart Airport—should bear shared financial responsibility
Riedbahn Overhaul 100 Days In: Most of the Track Construction Work Completed Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 25, 20240 Deutsche Bahn is completely overhauling the Riedbahn – the Mannheim-Frankfurt line that is among the busiest in Germany. Unlike previous infrastructure improvement projects, the decision made here was to fully close the line, rather than to overhaul it piecemeal. Transport Minister Volker Wissing said during the opening ceremony at InnoTrans 2024
Hamburg-Berlin Line to Get Gigabit Data Rates on Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 22, 20240 The Hamburg-Berlin railway line is set to become Germany’s innovative route for mobile communications with gigabit data rates on trains. Thanks to seamless 5G coverage, rail passengers will be able to make calls and surf the internet in top quality on one of Germany’s most important city connections. Deutsche Bahn (DB),
Alstom Consolidates European Operations with New Regional Structure Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 1, 20240 Following its acquisition of Bombardier Transportation three and a half years ago, Alstom is restructuring its European operations to further strengthen its presence in the region. As part of the restructuring, the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland) will be combined with the Nordics cluster (Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Iceland)
DB Regio Shows Off Its Modernised S-Bahn Train for Cologne Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 27, 20240 The S-Bahn in Cologne is entering a new era. Just this July, Alstom was awarded the contract to supply and maintain 90 new trains for Cologne’s S-Bahn network. These are touted to start carrying passengers towards the end of this decade. The modernised S-Bahn for Cologne at InnoTrans 2024 But in addition to
Check Out the New Underground Train for Berlin Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 26, 20240 It is the largest procurement order in the history of BVG. The framework agreement with Stadler contains up to ~1,500 cars that can be delivered by 2035. This framework agreement, signed in 2020, is worth 3 billion euros and also includes the supply of spare parts for 32 years. A new underground
Siemens Mobility and NEB Introduce Mireo Plus H and Mireo Plus B Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 26, 20240 Siemens Mobility and Niederbarnimer Eisenbahn (NEB) have completed the inaugural journey of the Mireo Plus H in Berlin and Brandenburg alongside the launch of the Mireo Plus B battery train in East Brandenburg. Representatives from the federal states and the Verkehrsverbund Berlin-Brandenburg (VBB) joined the launch event, which introduced the Mireo
Siemens Mobility and NEB Introduce Mireo Plus H and Mireo Plus B Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 26, 20240 Siemens Mobility and Niederbarnimer Eisenbahn (NEB) have completed the inaugural journey of the Mireo Plus H in Berlin and Brandenburg alongside the launch of the Mireo Plus B battery train in East Brandenburg. Representatives from the federal states and the Verkehrsverbund Berlin-Brandenburg (VBB) joined the launch event, which introduced the Mireo
InnoTrans 2024: The FLIRT Akku for Palatinate Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 26, 20240 Today, Stadler Rail held a press conference for its new FLIRT Akku battery train for the German state of Palatinate. In attendance were the Minister for Climate Protection, Environment, Energy and Mobility of the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, Katrin Eder, the Chairman of the Rhineland-Palatinate South Public Transport Association, Dr Fritz Brechtel,
InnoTrans 2024: Škoda Presents ForCity Smart Tram for Bonn Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 26, 20240 At InnoTrans 2024, Škoda Group has presented its award-winning Škoda ForCity Smart Bonn tram for the city of Bonn, Germany. The Škoda ForCity Smart Bonn tram © Škoda Group The vehicle was unveiled at InnoTrans by representatives of Škoda Group and SWB Bus und Bahn Bonn, the city’s public transport operator. The vehicle presentation
InnoTrans 2024: Škoda Presents ForCity Smart Tram for Bonn Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 26, 20240 At InnoTrans 2024, Škoda Group has presented its award-winning Škoda ForCity Smart Bonn tram for the city of Bonn, Germany. The Škoda ForCity Smart Bonn tram © Škoda Group The vehicle was unveiled at InnoTrans by representatives of Škoda Group and SWB Bus und Bahn Bonn, the city’s public transport operator. The vehicle presentation
InnoTrans 2024: Siemens Mobility Unveils Its Design of the New S-Bahn for Munich Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 25, 20240 Today, Siemens Mobility unveiled its design of its new S-Bahn for Munich. Attending the event were Christian Bernreiter, Bavarian State Minister for Housing, Building and Transport, Karl Blaim, Siemens Mobility’s Managing Director and CFO, Heiko Büttner, DB Group Representative for the Free State of Bavaria and CEO of S-Bahn München. Siemens Mobility
DB and SNCF Launch Direct Berlin to Paris ICE Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 25, 20240 At InnoTrans 2024, Deutsche Bahn (DB) and SNCF Voyageurs announced the launch of a direct high-speed ICE service from Berlin to Paris. From 16 December 2024, the new connection will link the two capitals in just eight hours, with trains passing through Frankfurt South, Karlsruhe, and Strasbourg. A DB ICE train © Deutsche
InnoTrans 2024: Stadler Unveils Its RS Zero Emission-Free Train Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 24, 20240 Stadler’s new RS Zero is the replacement offering to the original ‘Regio Shuttle’, a DMU used on many a branch line in Germany. Now, with the ongoing drive towards fuels that are emission-free at use, Stadler has unveiled its successor model at InnoTrans 2024. Stadler Rail RS Zero In what turned out to
InnoTrans 2024: Alstom’s Coradia Max for Germany Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 24, 20240 One of the vehicles on display this year at InnoTrans is Alstom’s Coradia Max for Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen (LNVG). This train has a central portion that is single-deck and flanking portions that are double-deck. Alstom Coradia Max During the presentation Alstom highlighted several aspects of the train that were pushed for by the customer
Infrastructure and AI: We Are Still a Heavy Metal Industry Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 24, 20240 In his opening address at InnoTrans 2024, Germany’s Minister for Transport, Volker Wissing said that in the past a project such as the fundamental renewal of a central rail corridor – the Riedbahn between Mannheim and Frankfurt – would have taken 8 years. However, having had the courage to take the
DB to Renovate Infrastructure, Railway Operations and Profitability Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 19, 20240 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has presented a comprehensive programme to overhaul its infrastructure, railway operations, and profitability by 2027. The plan aims to reduce infrastructure-related delays by 20%, increase long-distance punctuality to 75-80%, and achieve an operating result (EBIT) of 2 billion EUR. Deutsche Bahn headquarters in Berlin © Deutsche Bahn AG | Volker
InnoTrans 2024 Set to Welcome the Rail Industry Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 18, 20240 From 24 to 27 September 2024, Berlin will host the 14th edition of the InnoTrans international trade fair for transportation technology. Over 2,900 exhibitors from 59 countries will showcase their latest innovations across 200,000 square metres of exhibition space. The exhibit will include around 226 world premieres, which will be marked
Deutsche Bahn Sells DB Schenker to DSV for €14.8 Billion Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 13, 20240 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has signed an agreement to sell its logistics subsidiary, DB Schenker, to the Danish transport and logistics group DSV for an enterprise value of 14.3 billion EUR. As the new owner of the company, DSV plans to invest around 1 billion EUR in Germany over the next three
InnoTrans: Stadler to Display New S-Bahn Trains for Berlin Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 9, 20240 At InnoTrans 2024, Stadler will display Berlin’s new underground rail cars, manufactured for Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG). Stadler has developed two vehicle types for Berlin’s underground system: The JK series with a car width of 2.40 metres for the lines with a small profile The J series with a car width of 2.65 metres
Siemens Mobility to Digitalise Europe’s Largest Light Rail Interlocking System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 6, 20240 Ruhrbahn GmbH has contracted Siemens Mobility to digitalise control and safety technology for the light rail systems in Essen and Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany. This project, valued at 180 million EUR, includes the modernisation of Europe’s largest light rail interlocking system at Essen Central Station, making it more reliable and
Stadler to Display Battery-Powered FLIRT Akku at InnoTrans 2024 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 29, 20240 At InnoTrans 2024, Stadler will display a battery-electric version of its FLIRT Akku train. To date, Stadler has sold over 2,500 of its Fast, Light, Innovative Regional Train (FLIRT) models worldwide. The unit set to be displayed at InnoTrans is one of 44 vehicles ordered by DB Regio. These trains will be
InnoTrans 2024 to Display Over 110 Vehicles Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 15, 20240 From 24 to 27 September, InnoTrans 2024 will take place at the Messe Berlin Exhibition Grounds. The event will span 200,000 square meters across 42 halls and will feature over 2,900 exhibitors from 59 countries. Outdoor Display At the Outdoor Display, more than 110 passenger and freight vehicles will be on show. These
Stadler to Present CITYLINK Tram-Train at InnoTrans 2024 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 12, 20240 At InnoTrans 2024, Stadler will present the first complete CITYLINK tram train ordered by a German-Austrian consortium for the ‘VDV Tram-Train’ project. In 2022, Stadler was selected by a group of six transport companies to supply up to 504 vehicles for the ‘VDV Tram-Train’ project. The vehicles will be delivered to VBK –
Alstom to Supply 90 S-Bahn Cologne Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 25, 20240 Alstom has been awarded a 4 billion EUR contract to supply and maintain 90 commuter trains for go.Rheinland and Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Ruhr (VRR) to operate on the S-Bahn Cologne in Germany. This contract includes the supply of 90 Adessia Stream trains and the provision of their maintenance over 34 years. An exterior rendering
Deutsche Bahn to Expand and Electrify Cottbus–Görlitz Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 25, 20240 Deutsche Bahn and the German federal government have signed an agreement for the double-track expansion and electrification of the Cottbus–Görlitz route. This project aims to deliver shorter travel times, more capacity, and better connections to the capital region. Prime Minister of Saxony, Michael Kretzschmer, Federal Transport Minister Volker Wissing, DB CEO Richard
Siemens Mobility Tests Obstacle Detection System on Berlin S-Bahn Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 15, 20240 Siemens Mobility is testing an obstacle detection system on the Berlin S-Bahn as part of the Digital Rail Germany (DSD) initiative. This marks the world’s first installation of an obstacle detection system on an S-Bahn in daily operation. Innovative obstacle detection system is being tested for the first time on the Berlin
Germany: Hitachi Rail Installs Digital Interlocking at Meitingen-Mertingen Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 11, 20240 Hitachi Rail has completed the installation of its digital interlocking (DSTW) technology at Meitingen-Mertingen on the Scandinavian-Mediterranean corridor. This section of rail spans 25 kilometres and is essential for both passenger and freight traffic. The project involved replacing existing signalling systems and signal boxes with Hitachi Rail’s DSTW technology to enhance safety,
Alstom to Supply Up to 374 Metro Trains and CBTC Signalling for Hamburg U-Bahn Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 10, 20240 Alstom and Hamburger Hochbahn have signed a framework contract valued at up to 2.8 billion EUR to supply new metro trains and CBTC signalling technology for the Hamburg U-Bahn. Under this contract, Alstom will supply up to 374 new fully and semi-automated metro trains. In addition, it will provide its CBTC
Arriva Launches New Rail Route across Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 9, 20240 Arriva Netherlands has launched a new rail route connecting Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. This project, dubbed the ‘Three-Country Train,’ marks the first time that Arriva trains are operating in Belgium. Pictured left is Arriva driver Björn Schoester handing over the train’s ‘key’ to Belgian counterpart Gilles Dister (NMBS) © Arriva The new service
Siemens Mobility to Upgrade Berlin Metro Lines with CBTC Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 8, 20240 Siemens Mobility has been awarded a contract from Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) to introduce a Communications-Based Train Control System (CBTC) on metro lines U5 and U8 in Berlin. The Trainguard MT CBTC solution will enable semi-automated operation (GoA2) on the U5 line by 2029 and on the U8 line by 2032. This
DB Completes ICE 3neo Transition on Amsterdam and Brussels Routes Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 17, 20240 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced that its routes from Frankfurt am Main via Cologne to Amsterdam and Brussels are now exclusively served by the modern ICE 3neo in time for the UEFA EURO 2024 event. This move, originally scheduled for a later date, has been advanced by six months to replace
Germany: Opening of Stuttgart 21 Station Delayed to 2026 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 13, 20240 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has provided an update on the delayed Stuttgart 21 project, releasing a detailed timetable for commissioning the overhauled rail infrastructure in Stuttgart, Germany. All major elements of the project, except for the Gäubahn connection via the airport, are now scheduled to be operational by the end of 2026. The
Deutsche Bahn Modernises Hanover-Würzburg High-Speed Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 11, 20240 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has completed the modernisation of the Hanover-Würzburg high-speed line following an investment of 850 million EUR. This project included the renovation of 557 kilometres of tracks, 700,000 sleepers and 235 switches. The superstructures for 49 bridges and 63 tunnels have also been repaired. Trains can once again roll along
InnoTrans 2024 to Highlight Future of Digitalisation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 15, 20240 From 24 to 27 September 2024, InnoTrans will take place at the Berlin Exhibition Grounds in Germany. The event will include a focus on how electrification, digitalisation and automation will help deliver a future with efficient and sustainable mobility. InnoTrans 2024 will be opened by Federal Minister of Transport, Dr Volker
Siemens Mobility Invests in Digital Service Depot in Dortmund Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 8, 20240 Siemens Mobility is investing around 150 million EUR in expanding its digital service depot for trains in Dortmund, Germany. Thanks to this investment, the depot in Dortmund-Eving will be expanded to 87,550 m² to meet the growing demand for rail services. Plans include constructing an additional 12,300 m² service hall with storage,
Germany: DB Launches 2024 Infrastructure Renewal Programme Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 29, 20240 DB InfraGO AG has launched a comprehensive infrastructure programme to renew Germany’s railway network in 2024. This initiative focuses on enhancing existing infrastructure and stations as part of Deutsche Bahn’s Strong Rail strategy. In total, the programme will expand, modernise and renew over 2,000 kilometres of tracks, 2,000 switches, 150 bridges, and
Deutsche Bahn Starts 4-Track Expansion of Hanau-Gelnhausen Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 22, 20240 Deutsche Bahn has commenced a 1.6 billion EUR project to strengthen the rail network in Hesse through a four-track expansion of the Hanau-Gelnhausen line. This investment will provide separate lanes for passenger and freight traffic across the 23-kilometre route in order to deliver more reliable services. In addition, Deutsche Bahn is modernising
Siemens Mobility’s Mireo Plus B Battery Hybrid Trains Start Service in Germany Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 8, 20240 Siemens Mobility’s Mireo Plus B battery hybrid trains have begun regular service for SWEG in the Ortenau region of Germany. This marks the premiere of these trains in Germany, following a 2020 order for the delivery of 27 units to operate in Network 8 of the Ortenau regional system. Germany’s first use
Stadler to Build New Train Commissioning Centre in Hennigsdorf Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 5, 20240 Stadler has announced it will be constructing a new commissioning centre for trains in the district of Oberhavel in Brandenburg. The site, which will be built on a plot measuring roughly 46,000 square metres in Hennigsdorf, will be used to commission trains manufactured at the Swiss company’s Berlin-Pankow plant. The previous commissioning
Booking Accomodation for InnoTrans 2024 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 20, 20240 With InnoTrans fast approaching from 24-27 September 2024, many accommodation options are already being booked up around the Messe Berlin. If you have not already done so, it is therefore highly recommended to reserve your hotel. The scale and popularity of the event can lead to tiring days for both visitors
Siemens Mobility Launches Smart Train Lease Subsidiary Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 15, 20240 Siemens Mobility has launched a subsidiary for leasing regional trains: Smart Train Lease GmbH. Through this company, it aims to provide an innovative rental model for its Mireo Smart trains, including battery, hydrogen and electric models, alongside the associated maintenance. This will provide customers with a flexible solution to supplement their fleets,
Germany: 8 Additional LRVs Ordered for Dortmund Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 14, 20240 Dortmunder Stadtwerke AG (DSW21) has ordered eight additional light rail vehicles (LRVs) from HeiterBlick and Kiepe Electric for use in Dortmund, Germany. The new vehicles, which are scheduled to be delivered in 2025, will complement a fleet of 26 new LRVs already on order, eight of which have been delivered. In addition,
Deutsche Bahn Begins Testing for High Speed Internet on Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 12, 20240 Deutsche Bahn has announced that testing is now underway on infrastructure to create 5G corridors along its tracks, paving the way for high-speed internet on trains. Through the Gigabit Innovation Track (GINT) research project, new radio masts are being installed and tested by network equipment provider Ericsson, telecommunications provider O2 Telefónica
Germany: DB Regio Orders High-Capacity EMUs from Alstom Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 24, 20240 Alstom has received an order to supply 18 modern Coradia Max electric multiple-unit (EMU) trains to DB Regio AG. This delivery will include nine three-car and nine five-car trains to operate on the regional express line RE1 between Hamburg and Rostock from December 2027. Once the line between Bad Kleinen and Lübeck
DB Opens New ICE 4 Maintenance Plant in Cottbus Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20240 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has officially opened its new ICE maintenance facility in Cottbus. The new site, which has been specifically designed for the heavy maintenance of the DB ICE 4 fleet, was inaugurated by Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Brandenburg’s Prime Minister Dr. Dietmar Woidke and DB CEO Dr. Richard Lutz. This achievement
Knorr-Bremse to Equip 246 Stadler Trams Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 12, 20240 Knorr-Bremse has announced it will be equipping at least 246 CITYLINK trams with both braking and air conditioning systems. The work, which is predicted to be completed by 2031, is part of a significant joint order including options for up to 258 additional vehicles. The framework agreement includes an option for Stadler
Siemens Mobility to Supply 75 Mireo Trains for Leipzig and Region Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 18, 20230 Siemens Mobility has won an order for 75 Mireo trains for the ‘Central German S-Bahn Network 2025+’ (MDSB 2025+) project. This order is worth around 500 million EUR. Specifically, 41 three-car Mireo trains were ordered by Die Länderbahn DLB, while 18 four-car Mireo trains and 16 two-car battery MireO Plus B
Deutsche Bahn Launches Tender for ICE Trains of the Future Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 18, 20230 On Friday, 15 December, Deutsche Bahn (DB) launched the tender for a new generation of high-speed trains. This includes the development, construction and approval of a new train fleet, which is to be deployed at the beginning of the 2030s. The future generation of ICE trains will set new standards for
GSF RailInfra Looks Back on Its First German Symposium Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 15, 20230 GSF RailInfra GmbH (GSF) and its partner Rail Power Systems GmbH (RPS) have organised a two day seminar for the German market. The seminar, split in one day with a broad focus and a second day with a technical and design focus, was attended by customers, designers and engineers from all
DB Begins Construction on Fehmarn Belt Fixed Link to Denmark Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 7, 20230 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has commenced construction in Fehmarn to establish the Fehmarn Belt Fixed Link that will enable trains to travel between Copenhagen and Hamburg in just two and a half hours. This project will see trains travel from Copenhagen through the Fehmarnbelt Tunnel via Lübeck to Hamburg. The entrance to the
Stadler Prepares DB Locomotives for ETCS Rollout Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 15, 20230 Deutsche Bahn (DB), Stadler and its engineering joint venture AngelStar are preparing locomotives in Germany for the European Train Control System (ETCS). This is the first time that German locomotives have been prepared for ETCS without the involvement of the locomotive manufacturer. Stadler is preparing locomotives for ETCS, paving the way for
Deutsche Bahn Awards Contracts for High-Performance Riedbahn Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 6, 20230 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has contracted four companies to work on the renovation of the Riedbahn line between Frankfurt/Main and Mannheim to establish a high-performance network. This pilot project will be the first in DB and the federal government’s plans to deliver high-performance networks across Germany with improved reliability and capacity. Track construction
Passengers Get First Experience of New ICE Interior Design Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 25, 20230 Passengers were able to experience the new ICE interior design for the first time this week when the first new-look train took its inaugural journey. With the launch of the updated ICE interior design, passengers can now experience DB’s new design language for long-distance travel across their entire journey – from
Deutsche Bahn to Sell Arriva Subsidiary to I Squared Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 19, 20230 Deutsche Bahn AG (DB) has signed an agreement to sell the Arriva Group and all remaining Arriva national companies to I Squared. Arriva is a major passenger transport provider across Europe, providing bus, train, coach, tram waterbus and bike-sharing services. Arriva WINK Trains in the Netherlands Deutsche Bahn is now selling the subsidiary
Germany: 18 Siemens Desiro HC Trains to Operate on Franconia-Thuringia Express Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 19, 20230 From December 2023, 18 new Desiro HC double-decker trains from Siemens Mobility will commence service on the Franconia-Thuringia Express network in Germany. The new trains, which will travel at speeds of up to 160 kilometres per hour, are equipped with 380 seats and space for 36 bicycles. They will feature free WiFi
DB Invests in New Digital Technologies for ICE Maintenance Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 13, 20230 Deutsche Bahn is investing 55 million EUR in new artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics technologies to support the maintenance of its growing ICE fleet. On average, DB puts three new ICE trains into operation every month, resulting in a need to efficiently manage its maintenance procedures. The company is thus leveraging AI
DB Merger Creates InfraGO AG to Deliver Infrastructure Upgrades Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 28, 20230 The Supervisory Board of Deutsche Bahn AG is merging the group’s two infrastructure divisions, DB Station&Service AG and DB Netz AG, to create DB InfraGO AG. This move aims to ensure the company is working towards a ‘common good’ throughout its comprehensive rail network modernisation plan. Deutsche Bahn headquarters in Berlin © Deutsche
Siemens Mobility Tests Mireo Plus H Hydrogen Train in Bavaria Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 22, 20230 Siemens Mobility has completed the first test runs of its Mireo Plus H hydrogen-powered train in Bavaria, Germany. The two-car trainset is scheduled to enter passenger service in mid-2024 on Bayerische Regiobahn’s (BRB) routes between Augsburg and Füssen and Augsburg and Peissenberg. Pilot operations of the train will then take place
Stadler and Siemens Complete Delivery of 104 Berlin S-Bahn Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 20, 20230 A consortium comprised of Stadler and Siemens Mobility has completed the delivery of 106 new trains manufactured for the Berlin S-Bahn. The new 483/484 series vehicles were delivered on schedule and are now fully operational across the city. Berlin’s new S-Bahn fleet is now complete © S-Bahn Berlin These trains aim to offer a
DB and BMDV Launch Comprehensive Renewal and Modernisation Programme Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 15, 20230 Germany’s federal government and Deutsche Bahn (DB) have presented a comprehensive infrastructure modernisation programme for the nation’s rail network and stations. This will mark the largest transformation of Germany’s railway since the rail reform in 1994. The new programme was unveiled at the BMDV Rail Summit on 15 September in Frankfurt am
Germany: Alstom and VMS Present Battery-Powered Electric Train in Saxony Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 23, 20230 Alstom and Verkehrsverbund Mittelsachsen (VMS) have presented a new battery-powered train for operation on the Chemnitz-Leipzig line in Central Saxony, Germany. This unit is one of eleven Coradia Continental battery-electric trains that have been ordered by VMS to start service in 2024. Alstom presents its new battery train in Germany © Alstom These trains
Germany: NWL Signs Agreement to Upgrade Münster-Lünen Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 17, 20230 Nahverkehr Westfalen-Lippe (NWL) has signed a framework agreement with the federal government, North Rhine-Westphalia and Deutsche Bahn AG to upgrade the Münster-Lünen rail line. This project is being carried out as part of Germany’s Deutschlandtakt strategy to deliver an efficient and reliable rail network for the future. The aim of the Deutschlandtakt
Germany: Siemens Mobility to Deliver 28 Mireo Trains for Digital Node Stuttgart Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 11, 20230 Siemens Mobility has been awarded a contract to deliver 28 three-car electric Mireo regional trains to Baden-Württemberg for the Digital Rail Germany (DSD) Digital Node Stuttgart pilot project. The trains will be equipped with the latest digital equipment, including automatic European Train Control System (ETCS) and Level 2 (GoA 2) Automatic
Siemens Mobility to Deliver 90 New S-Bahn Trains to Munich Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 3, 20230 Siemens Mobility has won an EU-wide tender to supply 90 new S-Bahn trains in Munich, Germany. This contract is valued at over 2 billion EUR. It also includes an option for Siemens to provide additional trains for the network in the future. The financing for these new vehicles is guaranteed by the
New Piccadilly Line Trains to Commence Testing in Germany Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 3, 20230 Transport for London (TfL) has announced that the first of its new Piccadilly line trains have arrived in Germany for testing ahead of starting passenger service in 2025. The new vehicles are being manufactured by Siemens Mobility, who will produce 94 new ‘Inspiro London’ trains for the London Underground network. A first
Germany: Alstom to Supply 40 Coradia Stream High-Capacity EMUs to NAH.SH Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 26, 20230 Alstom has signed a contract to supply 40 Coradia Stream high-capacity electric multiple units (EMUs) to Nahverkehrsverbund Schleswig-Holstein (NAH.SH) in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. This order is valued at almost 900 million EUR and also includes a full-service maintenance package for a period of 30 years. In addition, an option to order up to 55
Germany: KVG Orders 22 New Škoda Trams for Kassel Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 25, 20230 Kasseler Verkehrs-Gesellschaft (KVG) has ordered 22 30-metre two-way trams from Škoda for operation in Kassel, Germany. This contract marks KVG’s largest investment to date in new vehicles. It also includes an option for an additional 18 units to be ordered in the future. The base order for this contract is valued at