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November 10, 2025 | Passenger

DB long-distance punctuality hits record low

Nearly half of all long-distance passenger services ran late, according to provisional data.

September 23, 2024 | Europe

European Train to InnoTrans arrives in Berlin

Special service from Brussels welcomed at Berlin by DB CEO Dr Richard Lutz.

March 29, 2023 | Policy

German coalition agreement renews focus on rail investment

DB needs about €45bn to cover its investment requirements until 2027.

February 14, 2023 | Infrastructure

DB outlines high-performance network strategy

The plans identify 40 sections of track to be prioritised.

February 3, 2023 | Policy

Mofair calls for action on German rail reform

The association representing private passenger operators wants the German government to create an independent infrastructure manager and to prioritise rail investment.

January 23, 2023 | Europe

New year, same challenges for German rail

Germany’s railways face an uncertain future in 2023. On one hand new lines and new technology will modernise operations, but the lingering impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, inflation and the war in Ukraine present uncertainties, as regional editor Keith Fender explains.

January 14, 2023 | Infrastructure

DB Networks tenders for six rail milling machines

The tender includes a firm order for one machine.

December 16, 2022 | Financial

DB to plan sale of DB Schenker logistics business

Proceeds from any sale will remain in the group for debt reduction and future investment.

December 12, 2022 | Infrastructure

New infrastructure, rolling stock and operators in southern Germany

Wendlingen - Ulm high-speed line entered service on December 11.

November 15, 2022 | High-speed

DB to work with Siemens and Alstom on next generation of high-speed trains

Manufacturers will work independently to develop fleet for the 2030s.

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