Deutsche Bahn: Train Punctuality Low
Deutsche Bahn reports 59% punctuality for the first six months of the year. This is lower than expected. The company’s CEO criticized the situation.
Deutsche Bahn, the German railway, released a report on train punctuality. The report showed that 59% of trains arrived on time. Many long-distance trains were delayed. Over a third of these trains operated outside of their scheduled times. The company’s CEO expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of responsibility within Deutsche Bahn.
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Highlights
Low Punctuality Reported
Deutsche Bahn’s punctuality was 59% in the first half of the year.
Long-Distance Trains Delayed
Over a third of long-distance trains were outside of schedule.
CEO Criticizes Lack of Responsibility
The CEO said there was a lack of responsibility within Deutsche Bahn.
Below Target Punctuality
The 59% rate is below previous targets.
Challenges Impacting Train Schedules
Ongoing challenges are affecting train schedules across Germany.