Deutsche Bahn halves modernization pace, delays track closures beyond 2030

Deutsche Bahn has admitted it can only complete two major railway modernizations per year instead of four, forcing schedule adjustments and pushing a long list of infrastructure work beyond 2030. This signals a significant slowdown in Germany's rail infrastructure upgrade program, with prolonged track closures expected to disrupt transportation. The admission reflects capacity and planning constraints within the state-owned operator, with implications for commuters, freight logistics, and the broader economy.