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Keith Fender

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 24, 2023 | Financial

National Express awarded 10-year Rhine-Ruhr Express contracts

The contracts were previously operated by Abellio.

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 20, 2023 | Commuter Rail

DB Regio to operate new Regional Express service

The 4.1km extension is expected to open in 2028 and will take the overall length of the line to more than 45km.

January 16, 2023 | Locomotives

RDC Germany buys class 101 locomotives from DB

The locomotives will haul overnight and car transporter trains.

January 6, 2023 | Infrastructure

Funding approved for double track on Weddel Loop

The loop connects Berlin - Wolfsburg high-speed line with Braunschweig.

January 5, 2023 | Financial

German transport ministry fails to recover safety costs

Charges for monitoring safety management systems uncollected since 2013.

December 19, 2022 | Policy

Bavaria sets out rail strategy for 2030

More emphasis on bus than rail development.

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.

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