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Deutsche Bahn Tightens Focus on Core Rail, Puts Side Services to a Profit Test

The CEO signaled a planned retreat from some overseas construction work.

Overview

  • Deutsche Bahn's chief said in Stern the group will concentrate more tightly on running trains.
  • Bike and car-sharing brands Call a Bike and Flinkster will continue only where they turn a profit.
  • Management plans a medium-term exit from rail construction projects in countries such as India and Uruguay.
  • The latest company report still lists hundreds of participations despite earlier sales of Arriva and DB Schenker.
  • Further portfolio changes are strategic plans at this stage, so timelines and specific divestments remain unclear.