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Deutsche Bahn Leadership and Funding at Center of Coalition Talks

Germany's coalition negotiations intensify as Deutsche Bahn's modernization struggles, Berlin's transit woes, and unresolved policy disputes take center stage.

  • Deutsche Bahn's CEO Richard Lutz faces potential replacement as CDU, CSU, and SPD negotiators push for leadership restructuring during ongoing coalition talks.
  • The 'S3' modernization program aims to stabilize operations and improve punctuality, but Deutsche Bahn faces financial hurdles, including a request for €150 billion in federal funding.
  • Berlin's transportation system remains under pressure with the A100 bridge closure disrupting road and rail traffic, and delays in the S-Bahn procurement process continuing.
  • The BVG strike has temporarily ended with mediation underway, but unresolved labor disputes could lead to further disruptions in Berlin's public transit system.
  • Coalition negotiations are expected to conclude by Easter, with unresolved issues on taxes, defense, and social policies potentially impacting infrastructure funding and national priorities.
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