Rail Replacement Service: DB Warns Ecovista of Breach of Contract - Deutsche Bahn demands Ecovista upgrade replacement trains or face legal action
Ecovista is updating its bus fleet for train replacement services between Hamburg and Berlin. However, Deutsche Bahn has raised concerns over whether the new vehicles meet the required standards. The company now faces demands to bring its buses in line with agreed quality rules.
The replacement trains must follow strict criteria set by DB InfraGO. These include a uniform design in traffic purple, clear external displays, and proper passenger information systems. The company has stressed that all contract terms must be fully met.
DB InfraGO has ordered Ecovista to fix any issues without delay. If the trains fail to comply, legal action could follow. The dispute centres on vehicle design, onboard amenities, and real-time travel updates for passengers.
The exact number of trains originally planned for the route remains unclear. But Deutsche Bahn has made it clear that no exceptions will be allowed on quality standards.
Ecovista must now adjust its fleet to avoid further conflict. The trains must match the agreed specifications before they can operate on the Hamburg-Berlin route. Compliance checks will determine whether the company has met all requirements.
