Latest Germany News
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DB Signs Landmark €6.3 Billion Contract for Digital Rail Technology
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has entered into a long-term volume contract with four rail industry companies for the supply of digital rail technology.
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Exhibition Space at InnoTrans 2026 Over 85% Booked
InnoTrans has reported a strong demand for its 2026 edition, with more than 85 percent of exhibition space already booked.
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Alstom's Trápaga Site to Deliver Three Major Rail Projects
Alstom's Trápaga development centre has been selected to deliver three new rail projects for operation in Germany, Sweden and the UK.
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DB Consolidates Heavy Maintenance for all ICE 4 Trains in Cottbus
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is consolidating heavy maintenance for all types of ICE 4 trains at the Cottbus facility in Lusatia.
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Germany: Deutschland-Ticket Cost Increases to €58
From the start of 2025, the Deutschland-Ticket, Germany's flagship public transportation pass, has increased in price to 58 EUR per month.
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Deutsche Bahn to Recruit 5,700 Young Professionals in 2025
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced plans to hire approximately 5,700 trainees and dual study students in autumn 2025.
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Siemens Mobility Progresses Desiro Verve UK Debut
Siemens Mobility has implemented its new battery technology on a slew of rail vehicles in Germany, paving the way for its debut on UK soil.
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Direct High-Speed ICE Train Launches from Berlin to Paris
Deutsche Bahn (DB) and SNCF Voyageurs have officially launched a new direct high-speed train service between Berlin and Paris.
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Siemens' Mireo Plus H Hydrogen Train Enters Passenger Service
Siemens Mobility has introduced its Mireo Plus H hydrogen and Mireo Plus B battery trains into passenger service in Germany.
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Germany: Škoda ForCity Smart Trams Debut in Bonn
The Škoda ForCity Smart Bonn tram officially entered service in Bonn, Germany on 9 December 2024.
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Deutsche Bahn Breaks Ground on New ICE Plant in Dortmund
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has initiated the construction of a 400 million EUR ICE maintenance plant in Dortmund-Hafen, set to open in 2027.
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DB Awards Construction Contracts for Hamburg–Berlin Rail Renovation
Deutsche Bahn has awarded the first construction contracts for its overhaul of Germany's rail connection between Hamburg and Berlin.
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DB Regio Enhances Mobile Reception on Trains with Laser Technology
DB Regio has improved mobile reception onboard trains in Berlin and Brandenburg with laser-modified windows.
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Messe Berlin Launches New Mobility Division
Messe Berlin has launched a new Mobility Division to centralise its portfolio of mobility-themed events, including InnoTrans.
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Deutsche Bahn Appeals Court Ruling Concerning Rising Stuttgart 21 Costs
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is appealing a lawsuit concerning billions of euros in additional costs for the Stuttgart 21 project.
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Riedbahn Overhaul 100 Days In: Most of the Track Construction Work Completed
The complete overhaul of the Riedbahn, the 70km stretch between Mannheim and Frankfurt, sees milestones after 100 days.