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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

Germany: Škoda ForCity Smart Trams Debut in Bonn

The Škoda ForCity Smart Bonn tram officially entered service in Bonn, Germany on 9 December 2024.

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.

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.

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.

Messe Berlin Launches New Mobility Division

Messe Berlin has launched a new Mobility Division to centralise its portfolio of mobility-themed events, including InnoTrans. 

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.

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.

Hamburg-Berlin Line to Get Gigabit Data Rates on Trains

The Hamburg-Berlin railway line is set to become Germany's innovative route for mobile communications with gigabit data rates on trains.

Robel Hands Over 1st Hybrid Rail Vehicle to Stadtwerke München

The Managing Director of Robel Bahnbaumaschinen GmbH handed over the world's first Robel hybrid rail vehicle September 25 in Berlin.

Alstom Consolidates European Operations with New Regional Structure

Following its acquisition of Bombardier, Alstom is restructuring its European operations to further strengthen its presence in the region.

DB Regio Shows Off Its Modernised S-Bahn Train for Cologne

DB Regio shows off its modernised S-Bahn train for Cologne. Originally constructed in 1999/2000, the design is award-winning.

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Siemens Mobility and NEB Introduce Mireo Plus H and Mireo Plus B

Siemens Mobility and NEB have completed the inaugural journey of the Mireo Plus H alongside launching the Mireo Plus B battery train.

InnoTrans 2024: The FLIRT Akku for Rhineland-Palatinate

InnoTans 2024: Stadler Rail presented its new FLIRT Akku hybrid battery train for the German state of Palatinate.

InnoTrans 2024: Škoda Presents ForCity Smart Tram for Bonn

At InnoTrans 2024, Škoda Group has presented its award-winning Škoda ForCity Smart Bonn tram for the city of Bonn, Germany. 

InnoTrans 2024: Siemens Mobility Unveils Its Design of the New S-Bahn for Munich

Siemens Mobility presented its mock-up of the new S-Bahn for Munich today, with the first vehicles to be delivered in late 2028.

DB and SNCF Launch Direct Berlin to Paris ICE Service

At InnoTrans 2024, Deutsche Bahn (DB) and SNCF Voyageurs announced the launch of a direct high-speed ICE service from Berlin to Paris.