Saxony is stepping up the pace of road construction
Saxony wants to kick-start road construction. In some cases, the costly planning approval procedure is to be dispensed with in future.
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Timetable change brings changes to Abellio services
The timetable change brings new transfers, changed departure times and shorter journey times. What will change for passengers and commuters on Abellio trains.
Timetable change brings new lines and times for local transport
New routes, adjusted departure times and changes to bus and rail services: the timetable change brings numerous innovations for passengers in the Central German Transport Association.
Train chaos between Prague and Dresden
More than 90 minutes delay and canceled trains: A damaged overhead line is causing problems. How long will the disruption last?
Saxony's Industry Dialogue discusses the future of mobility
How can structural change succeed in Saxony's industry? Experts discuss e-mobility, infrastructure and new value creation at the Industry Dialogue in Chemnitz.
More public transport services in rural areas - but how?
In rural areas, there is often only one bus a day. If you don't have a car, you are not really mobile. The bus industry would like to change this, but it's not just a lack of money.
500 million euros for 75 modern trains in Central Germany
More comfort, more space: S-Bahn Mitteldeutschland is investing 500 million euros in modern trains - including WLAN, family areas and barrier-free travel.
Fare dodging rate in eastern Germany increases significantly in some cases
In Dresden and Magdeburg, more passengers were caught without tickets this year than in previous years. The damage in Dresden alone runs into millions of euros.
Heiterblick loses order from Zwickau
The Leipzig streetcar manufacturer Heiterblick is struggling for its future and its employees are already on short-time working. Now the company is also losing an important order. What happens next?
First battery-powered train taken over for Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn wants to replace diesel operation with the new battery-powered train. Training and test runs between Leipzig and Chemnitz are scheduled first.
Rail: Three months of restrictions between Berlin and Halle
The Anhalter Bahn will be fully closed between Berlin Südkreuz and Bitterfeld from now until December 13. This means that long-distance trains will take considerably longer to travel from Berlin to Leipzig.
Funding gaps for planned federal highways in Saxony
Several new construction projects on federal highways in Saxony are coming to a standstill - because there is not enough money in the federal budget. There are also not enough funds for maintenance and renovation.
Railroad invites you to Rail Day - festivals, rides and guided tours
From steam locomotive rides to a railroad flea market: on Rail Day, visitors can experience railroad history, hands-on technology and special anniversaries up close.
Plans for Saxony-Franconia main line still on ice
Despite the economic benefits, the expansion of the Saxony-Franconia main line has been halted. It remains to be seen when it will continue - although passenger numbers are increasing significantly.
Demand for e-cars in Saxony increases significantly again
After a decline in the previous year, the number of new e-cars in Saxony is rising again significantly. What manufacturers and experts have to say about the change.
New rail connections from Berlin and Leipzig to Poland
New direct connections and more night trains: From December, Deutsche Bahn and PKP Intercity will be offering additional journeys between Germany and Poland.
Restored GDR prestige train will not be rolling for the time being after all
Optimism still prevailed at the open day at the Halberstadt plant in June. Now new technical problems have come to light. The historic express train still has further hurdles to overcome.
"Knödelexpress" to Prague remains partially intact
The rail connection between Berlin and Prague was also popular with many travelers because of the nostalgic dining cars. Some of the trains will still have them.
Fares on local public transport in eastern Saxony rise by 7 percent
Bus and train tickets in eastern Saxony will be more expensive from August - with exceptions for schoolchildren and occasional travelers. What will change for passengers and who can benefit despite the price increase.
Leipzig-Chemnitz express buses extended until mid-July
The connection between Leipzig and Chemnitz remains a constant annoyance for many. Despite an extended bus solution, there is still no real relief in sight for the route.
Restored GDR prestige train to roll again soon
The historic express train is not yet operational and technically approved. Interested parties still need a little patience before they can book rides. It was now possible to take a look inside.
Construction work: Longer journey times and cancellations on long-distance services
Construction work is underway on important railroad lines in Thuringia and Saxony. This has consequences for many long-distance travelers, for example between Leipzig and Munich.
Deutschlandticket: Saxony wants more participation from the federal government
Saxony wants to continue to support the Deutschlandticket - but only if the federal government pays at least half. The minister responsible would also be happy to receive a higher federal contribution.
Work on railroad bridges: restrictions for the railroad
The railroad is replacing bearings on two bridges on a high-speed line in Thuringia. This has consequences for passengers, for example between Leipzig and Munich.
Freeways very busy over Whitsun
Many people use the Whitsun weekend for a short vacation or family visit. The highways in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are therefore likely to be congested.
Railroad uses power storage from old e-car batteries
How can Deutsche Bahn work more economically and be sustainable? One answer to this question in its ICE plants is the use of electricity storage systems made from used electric car batteries.
Deutschlandticket: funding decided for 2025
Until now, the regulation for the cost compensation that transport companies receive was missing. Infrastructure Minister Kraushaar speaks of good news for Saxony.
ICE trains do not stop in Braunschweig and Helmstedt
Chaos on long-distance services: a faulty signal box slows down ICE and IC trains. Some journeys are completely canceled.
Cost-cutting measure hits Dresden's public transport companies
The city of Dresden has to save money. This also affects the transport companies. Services are being adjusted, especially during the school vacations.
Heiterblick wants to fulfill all orders despite insolvency
Economic crisis at streetcar manufacturer Heiterblick - but the major contract for Leipzig, Görlitz and Zwickau is to continue for the time being. This brings a noticeable sense of relief to the transport companies.
Delays on the ICE route through central Germany
A disruption on a long-distance railroad line has a considerable impact on passengers.
New timetable information for the start of the tourist season
If you want to visit Saxony by bus or train, all you need is a timetable. The cooperation between the transport associations and local authorities makes this possible.
Train traffic via Halle main station reopened
After restrictions since the weekend, train traffic via Halle is running normally again. The reason for the closures was work at the Halle rail junction.
Local transport tickets in eastern Saxony more expensive from August
Transport companies are struggling with rising costs. Passengers are now feeling the effects. The good news: the ZVON service is being expanded on two lines.
Mobility survey: More Leipzig residents are walking
More and more Leipzig residents are using environmentally friendly modes of transport. The Mobility Strategy 2030 is having an impact, and the eco-mobility continues to benefit.
Train cancellations and detour due to construction work in Halle
If you want to travel by train via Halle from Saturday, you will need patience: due to construction work at the main station, there will be restrictions on both local and long-distance services. Who is affected.
Watch out, level crossing! - Fewer crossings without barriers?
Deutsche Bahn wants to create alternatives to level crossings in order to reduce the risk of accidents, for example. Crossings without so-called technical protection also play a role here.
Next stop Zukunftsbahnhof: Stations are being modernized
More comfort, more safety, more modern stations: numerous stations in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are being upgraded. But one problem remains.
Left-wing politician: standstill in rail electrification
Several railroad lines in Saxony are to be electrified. For Left Party politician Caren Lay, progress is too slow. In any case, the Free State is not doing well compared to the rest of Germany.
Slow farewell to the "Knödelexpress" on the Eurocity to Prague
The era of nostalgic dining cars between Hamburg and Prague is coming to an end. The tablecloths are going - but the dumplings are staying.
Saxony urges continuation of the Germany Ticket
The Deutschlandticket is still valid - but for how long? Funding beyond 2025 is unclear. While the Federal Union is keeping a low profile, Saxony's transport minister is pushing for a continuation.
DVB AG crisis: CDU parliamentary group submits urgent motion to secure Dresden's public transport system
The CDU parliamentary group in the city council wants to prevent the DVB cuts with an urgent motion. Despite financial challenges, DVB is ranked 5th in the Customer Barometer 2023 and impresses with its high quality.
Several million euros for streetcar construction in Leipzig
Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe is to receive several million euros for a modern streetcar depot. The aim: a more efficient and environmentally friendly streetcar fleet for the future.
Timetable change: more modern trains and longer booking periods
The annual rail timetable change is coming up on Sunday. Passengers in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia will benefit from new connections and even modernized trains.
Timetable change: more modern trains and longer booking periods
The annual rail timetable change is coming up in December. Passengers in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia will benefit from new connections and even modernized trains.
Municipalities and transport companies demand more money for public transport
Saxony's cities and transport companies want more money from the federal and state governments for local transport. Otherwise there is a threat of service cuts. They are demanding investments of 200 million euros per year.
Bus companies in favor of expanding routes
According to bus associations, the introduction of the Deutschlandticket is a fare revolution. Now they are also calling for a supply revolution. Especially in the countryside.
Saxony's transport minister appeals to the CDU: do not jeopardize the Deutschlandticket
The break-up of the Ampel coalition could jeopardize the continuation of initiated projects. The future of the Deutschlandticket is also still uncertain.
Rail expands connections to the Baltic Sea and Switzerland
In December, the railroads traditionally change their timetable. This changes in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.
Alstom plans to close the plant in Görlitz by 2026
The train manufacturer Alstom's plant in eastern Saxony will close in around a year and a half. However, other locations are also affected by the French company's plans.
Verkehrsverbund Mittelsachsen plans to invest in new railroad depot and trains
In the Chemnitz model, several lines connect the city with the surrounding area. The trains use railroad and streetcar lines. A new depot is now to be built for this purpose.
Modernization of the Chemnitz railroad arch completed
The initially planned demolition was met with fierce protest: Deutsche Bahn has now made the more than 110-year-old Chemnitz viaduct fit for the future.
Saxon transport companies receive millions in funding for climate-friendly buses
Saxony's Ministry of Transport is providing millions in funding for local public transport. The subsidies are intended to help achieve the climate protection targets in the state and make public transport more attractive.
87 million euros for new hydrogen center in Chemnitz
Hydrogen is seen as a key to the energy transition. In the future, it could be used to fuel trucks and supply energy to industry. Chemnitz is at the forefront of these developments.
Railroad tunnel in the Ore Mountains: cooperation on fire protection
From Dresden to Prague in an hour by train - the construction of the rail tunnel in the Ore Mountains should make this possible. The municipalities along the route are now getting help with a key issue.
Trilex trains no longer stop in Bischofswerda
The Länderbahn operates routes in the East Saxon region. Now there are problems with the infrastructure at the Bischofswerda railroad junction - with consequences for the Trilex.
Continued delays and cancellations in ICE traffic
Since Friday morning, Deutsche Bahn has been struggling with a signal box problem on a section of the Nuremberg-Bamberg ICE line. Passengers on long-distance services are feeling the consequences.
Delays and cancellations on the Munich-Berlin ICE route
Malfunction in the signal box and at signals: Nothing has been working on a section of the Nuremberg-Bamberg line since the early hours of the morning - with consequences for long-distance train passengers.
Faster trains planned between Berlin and Görlitz
The Cottbus-Weißwasser-Görlitz section is to be upgraded to double track and electrified to enable faster trains.
Scholz defends government balance sheet with works councils
Olaf Scholz meets works councils - and gives a private insight as well as an outlook on new laws. The Chancellor still has a tube television.
Negotiations on new contract between MFAG and DHL at Leipzig/Halle Airport
Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG and DHL are negotiating a new contract for the freight center at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Improved contract conditions achieved for the airport operator.
Saxony increases funding for local public transport
Saxony is providing additional money for municipal transport associations to counteract cost increases in local public transport.
Saxony increases funding for public transport - improving planning and funding security for municipal transport associations
Saxony secures additional funding for municipal transport associations and aims to improve planning and funding security in local public transport.
Suspicion of fraud in climate protection projects in China by oil companies
ZDF research uncovers possible fraud in climate protection projects in China. Oil companies such as Shell are apparently using fictitious projects to reduce CO2 emissions.
Significant increase in the number of public e-charging points in Saxony
The number of publicly accessible charging points in Saxony has increased significantly. There are currently 4386 charging points available.
Number of e-charging points in Saxony has risen sharply
According to the Federal Ministry of Transport, there are 4386 publicly accessible charging points in Saxony, of which 3526 are normal and 860 are fast-charging points.
Transport ministers from all over the world meet in Leipzig
Times of crisis require special measures: Transport ministers from all over the world meet in Leipzig to discuss climate neutrality, road safety and artificial intelligence.
City-Bahn Chemnitz: No all-clear for passengers after train driver strike
No all-clear after the latest wave of strikes: Management expects next strike call by train drivers' union, which wants to fight for a 35-hour week.
City-Bahn Chemnitz: Strike ended - but passengers must be prepared for further cancellations
After the latest train drivers' strike, there is no all-clear for passengers on the Chemnitz City-Bahn. The management is expecting further cancellations.
City-Bahn wage dispute escalates: duration of strike open
The dispute between the train drivers' union GDL and City-Bahn Chemnitz has reached a new level of escalation - to the dismay of schoolchildren and commuters. The railroad company's lines have been on strike again since Wednesday afternoon. For the time being, the union has remained silent about how ..
Only six rail video travel centers in the southeast
Personal advice when booking a rail journey, even when the travel center is closed? Video services make it possible. But the south-east has some catching up to do.
Renewed strikes at City-Bahn Chemnitz
The trial of strength between the train drivers' union GDL and Chemnitz City-Bahn continues. At short notice, the GDL has announced that it will be striking the lines from noon on Tuesday until 6 a.m. on Wednesday morning, the railroad company announced. As a result, commuters and schoolchildren wil ..
Restrictions on railroad lines
Train travelers between Berlin and Munich and Berlin and Frankfurt can expect disruptions from this Thursday. Digital control technology is to be installed on the Berlin - Halle/Leipzig section. Deutsche Bahn announced on Wednesday that there will be individual train and stop cancellations as well a ..
Passenger association Pro Bahn calls for student Germany ticket as an upgrade option for Saxony
The passenger association Pro Bahn is calling for the introduction of a student Germany ticket in Saxony as an upgrade option to the education ticket in order to offer students a cost-effective way to travel throughout Germany.
Ban on taking e-scooters on LVB buses and trains from May
Passengers of Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe (LVB) will no longer be allowed to take e-scooters with them from May due to safety risks and fire protection concerns.
Public transport strikes during A-level exams: Review demanded
The announced warning strikes in local transport coincide with the exam period. The Saxon Minister of Education is concerned about the pupils and is calling for a review of the strike plans.
Verdi surveys members in the wage dispute in regional scheduled services in Saxony
Verdi asks members about AVN's offer in the wage dispute in regional scheduled services in Saxony
Construction work on the railroad line between Merseburg and Querfurt starts in April
Modernization of tracks and stations with replacement services
Price increase in the VVO: Passengers in the Dresden area have to pay more
Passengers in the Dresden area must be prepared for higher prices on local transport
Deutsche Bahn presents new hybrid locomotives powered by chip fat and electricity
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is presenting new hybrid locomotives that run on chip fat and electricity to make freight transport more environmentally friendly.
Deutsche Bahn relies on hybrid locomotives with electricity and chip fat
Deutsche Bahn wants to make its freight transport more environmentally friendly and is relying on hybrid locomotives powered by electricity and diesel from chip fat.
Heavy goods vehicles block traffic on the A4 near Waldhufen
Two broken-down heavy goods vehicles blocked traffic on the A4 near Waldhufen. Tunnel closed, roadworks cleared, charges filed.
Positive results after introduction of new MDV ticket app
MDV passengers are increasingly buying tickets digitally and cashlessly. New 'Fairtiq' app successfully launched.
Severe restrictions expected in local transport
People in Saxony must once again prepare themselves for considerable restrictions in local transport. The trade union Verdi has called on employees of local public transport companies in the state to go on an all-day warning strike on Friday. In Leipzig and Dresden, the strike is to be extended to S ..
Warning strike: restrictions on local transport expected
Regional transport in Saxony is expected to be restricted on Thursday and Friday. The trade union Verdi has called for a two-day warning strike. In the districts of Vogtlandkreis, Zwickau, Erzgebirgskreis, Mittelsachsen, Meißen, Sächsische Schweiz/Osterzgebirge, Bautzen and Görlitz as well as in the ..
Price increase for Harz narrow-gauge railroads (HSB)
The prices for trips on the Harz narrow-gauge railroads will rise on March 1, including for the Harzquerbahn and Selketalbahn.
Price increase for the Harz narrow-gauge railroads (HSB)
The prices for travel on the Harz narrow-gauge railroads will increase on March 1. Reasons and details of the fare adjustment.
A27 closure becomes a waiting game
The highway 27 north of Bremen is closed for the time being because the road is in danger of subsiding. This also has consequences for heavy goods vehicles transporting components for wind turbines, for example.
Schreiner: Protect the cab industry from dubious competition
The cab industry in Berlin is under pressure. The number of companies is falling. At the same time, there are numerous illegal hire cars that can be booked via an app. The transport senator wants to take action against this.
Fridays for Future: "Local transport strikes are climate strikes"
Fridays for Future is also protesting with Verdi during the announced warning strikes in local transport under the name "Wir fahren zusammen". Why the climate movement is joining workers' protests.
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs sticks to test center for railroad technology
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs Martin Dulig (SPD) remains committed to a test center for railroad technology (Tetis) in the east of the state.
Restrictions on Trilex services in eastern Saxony
The Länderbahn announces restrictions on Trilex services in eastern Saxony due to vegetation work.
Solar technology for vehicles: New production facility in Zwenkau creates 120 jobs
The company "Opes Solar Mobility" is planning to produce special solar technology for vehicles such as trucks, motorhomes and buses in Zwenkau from the end of this year. This is expected to create around 120 jobs.
Central German S-Bahn trains slightly less punctual than in previous years
The S-Bahn in Central Germany is one of the most punctual in Germany, according to an evaluation, but has lost some of its reliability in recent years. In 2023, 95.6 percent of stops were reached on time, according to an answer from the Federal Ministry of Transport to a question from Green Party MP ..
Federal Minister of Transport denies postponement of rail projects in Saxony
Federal Transport Minister Volker Wissing confirms implementation of all planned rail projects in Saxony
Digital high-speed test field launched in the Ore Mountains
A digital test field for rail travel of the future has been opened in the Ore Mountains. New applications and the new rail radio FRMCS are being tested there.
German-Czech consortium plans to develop a CO2-neutral hydrogen motorcycle
A German-Czech consortium is planning to develop a new type of hydrogen motorcycle that meets European approval standards. The motorcycle is to be built as a demonstration model by the end of 2025 and will support delivery services and parcel deliverers in city centers.
Development measures adopted for Leipzig's northern area
The industrial area north of Leipzig is to be made more attractive for companies and employees with better transport links. Saxony's Economics Minister Martin Dulig (SPD) agreed on this with representatives of local authorities and transport associations on Wednesday. "We want to create more commitm ..
Saxony's transport minister welcomes commitment to the Deutschlandticket
Saxony's Transport Minister Martin Dulig has welcomed the commitment to the Deutschlandticket. This is an important signal of reliability for users, the SPD politician announced on Tuesday.
Deutsche Bahn prepares for six-day strike by train drivers
Deutsche Bahn is preparing for the announced six-day strike by train drivers and has drawn up an emergency timetable. Train services will be severely disrupted.