Latest Germany News
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DB Resumes Excavation of Rastatt Tunnel, Dismantles TBM
Deutsche Bahn has resumed work on the Rastatt Tunnel following the successful dismantling of a TBM involved in an accident in 2017.
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Germany: New Škoda ForCity Plus 47T Trams Begin Operation in Cottbus
A fleet of new low-floor Škoda Group ForCity Plus 47T trams have now entered operation in Cottbus, Germany.
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Deutsche Bahn CEO Richard Lutz to Step Down Early
Deutsche Bahn has confirmed that CEO Dr Richard Lutz will leave his post earlier than planned, under an agreement with the German government…
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Talgo 230 Trains Approved by European and German Railway Safety Agencies
The European Railway Agency (ERA) and Germany’s EBA have authorised the Talgo 230 train for service with Deutsche Bahn.
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DB Reports Stable ICE Traffic Between Hamburg and Berlin
With renovation work underway on the Hamburg–Berlin rail line, Deutsche Bahn reports that long-distance ICE services are running as planned.
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First ICE L Train Approved for Service in Germany
Manufactured by Talgo, the new Deutsche Bahn ICE L long-distance train has received approval for operation in Germany.
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Court Dismisses Deutsche Bahn’s Stuttgart 21 Appeal
The Administrative Court of Appeal of Baden-Württemberg has rejected Deutsche Bahn’s appeal concerning the financing of Stuttgart 21.
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DB Begins Extensive Upgrade Works on Hamburg–Berlin Rail Line
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has commenced the general renovation of the rail corridor between Hamburg and Berlin.
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Deutsche Bahn Reports Financial and Operational Progress
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has reported progress in its restructuring efforts, with its operating loss reduced by almost one billion euros.
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New Dispatching System to Improve S-Bahn Operations in Berlin
Hitachi Rail and DB InfraGO have introduced a new digital dispatching system for Berlin’s S-Bahn network, replacing an outdated platform.
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Stadler to Supply 132 High-Floor Light Rail Vehicles for Cologne
Stadler has been commissioned to deliver 132 high-floor light rail vehicles for Cologne's transport operator, Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe (KVB)…
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Siemens Mobility Presents New Mireo Smart Plus B Battery Trains
Siemens Mobility presented its new series of low-emission Mireo Smart Plus B battery trains at its test centre in Wegberg-Wildenrath.
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UK and Germany to Collaborate on Direct Train Services
The UK Government has formally agreed to work with Germany on plans for direct train services between the two countries.
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Stadler Showcases New FLIRT Akku Train with ODEG
Stadler has showcased its new FLIRT Akku train alongside partners Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn GmbH (ODEG) on a ceremonial journey.
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Alstom Awarded 2025 Red Dot Award for Avelia Stream Nordic X80
Alstom has been awarded a 2025 Red Dot Award for the design of its high-speed train, the Avelia Stream Nordic X80.
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Siemens Opens Expanded Train Factory in Munich-Allach
Siemens has celebrated the opening of its newly expanded train factory in Munich-Allach, establishing it as one of the most modern in Europe…
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New Cross-Border Rail Link to Connect Prague, Berlin and Copenhagen
A new direct train service connecting Prague, Berlin, and Copenhagen is set to launch on 1 May 2026 using ČD’s ComfortJet trains.
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Germany: Škoda Group to Supply 30 Trams for Mainz
The Škoda Group has received an order for up to 30 trams for the city of Mainz, bringing its German presence to a total of 11 cities.
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ICE Train Reaches 405 km/h Top Speed During Trials on Erfurt–Leipzig/Halle Line
A Deutsche Bahn (DB) ICE test train has reached a top speed of 405 km/h during trials on the Erfurt–Leipzig/Halle high-speed railway.
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DB InfraGO AG Installs Digital Control System for Rail Operations Scheduling
DB InfraGO AG has installed a unified digital control system for rail operations scheduling, replacing its decentralised software system.
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DB Introduces New Summer Flat Rate for Young People on ICE and IC Services
A new flat rate for young people has been introduced on DB's ICE and IC services allowing customers to travel all weekend for €44.
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Stadler Metro Trains Undergoing Berlin Test Runs
A trial run of operations for a wider, new-generation of metro trains from Stadler is now underway in Berlin.
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Škoda Trams to Begin Public Operation in Frankfurt
A set of Škoda Group trams have been officially authorised to begin passenger operations in Frankfurt (Oder).
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Germany: First Stadler CITYLINK TramTrain Arrives in Saarbrücken
Stadler officially unveiled the first CITYLINK TramTrain for Saarbahn on 9 June 2025 in Saarbrücken-Brebach.