New boss likely to take office on Monday.
The railway sector in Germany is in a severe crisis, with many trains delayed, and the ongoing issue of finding a new CEO has added to the uncertainty.
Federal Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder is set to present a reform strategy for German Railways on Monday, aiming to manage the state-owned entity better in the future. However, the details of the strategy remain under wraps, and the minister's optimism about the federal press conference is conditional.
In mid-August, it was announced that outgoing CEO Richard Lutz would have to leave prematurely, with Lutz continuing as CEO until a successor is found. Ongoing talks are taking place regarding the new CEO, and Schnieder has expressed his ideal timeline for presenting the new CEO on Monday.
However, the details of the legal reasons preventing the immediate presentation of the new CEO are unknown. The government spokesperson stated that personnel decisions of this magnitude are made in the coalition, and the minister has a candidate for the new CEO, but the legal complexities may prevent their immediate presentation.
The reform strategy for German Railways is expected to shed light on the future leadership of the company. Evelyn Palla has been announced as the new CEO of Deutsche Bahn, becoming the first female leader of the company, succeeding Richard Lutz as part of a strategic overhaul announced in September 2025. However, the exact timeline for Palla's takeover is still unclear.
DB InfraGo, the infrastructure division of the railway, is in the spotlight, and the reform strategy is expected to address its challenges. The reform of German Railways is a state-owned entity, and the federal government aims to streamline its operations to improve efficiency and reliability.
As the new CEO's appointment and the reform strategy are eagerly awaited, the railway sector in Germany continues to face challenges, with the hope that the changes will bring much-needed improvements. Stay tuned for more updates on Monday's federal press conference.
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