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Deutsche Bahn Group (DB Group) is a leading supplier of mobility and logistical services with a clear focus on rail trans-port in Germany. Its headquarters are in Berlin. About 336,000 employees are employed by DB Group, including over 210,000 in the integrated rail system. By integrating transport and rail infrastructure, as well as through the economically and environmentally intelligent linking of all modes of transport, we move both people and goods. DB Group largely consists of the integrated rail system and the two major international investments DB Schenker and DB Arriva. The integrated rail system comprises our passenger transport activities in Germany, our rail freight transport activities, the operational service facilities and the rail infrastructure in Germany.

Worldwide presence


Activities and market positions in Germany, Europe and worldwide
Integrated rail system
Integrated rail systemFacts and figures
DB Regional offers passengers comprehensive mobility services in major cities and metropolitan areas and especially in rural areas.
DB Netze Energy offers industry-standard energy products for traction energy as well as stationary energy supply.
DB Cargo offers its customers access to its European network in 18 countries, stretching as far as China.
DB Netze Stations is the largest station operator in Europe.
at the end of 2020, and this is
constantly increasing
The long-distance rail passenger transport business operated on a purely commercial basis with the ICE/Intercity/EC fleet forming the backbone of DB Long-Distance in Germany.
in Germany
DB Netze Track operates the largest rail network in Europe.
Did you know ...
... that DB Group is testing new technologies while wheels are running with the fastest laboratory on rails, the advanced TrainLab test train?
The diesel-electric drive of the test train, an ICE TD of the 605 series, enables operations across the entire DB rail network, independent of the power supply via overhead lines. The maximum speed of the 107-meter-long train is 200 km/h, allowing a wide range of tests while services are running. The tests include alternative fuels and environmentally friendly paints to aid climate protection, modern technology for digital rail transport and ETCS for automated rail transport.

Integrated rail systemHighlights 2020
DB Group focuses on the business activities of the integrated rail system, representing the core of its business operations. The Strong Rail strategy aims, in particular, to significantly improve product quality in the integrated rail system. In 2020, we made further progress.
DB Arriva
DB ArrivaFacts and figures
locomotives
DB Arriva is continuously investing in new vehicles, developing new mobility solutions and improving passenger information systems.
DB Arriva operates
DB Arriva’s business is divided into three lines of business: UK Bus, UK Trains and Mainland Europe.
a telematics system
in 2020
Environmental protection and sustainable trade is an integral part of DB Arriva’s corporate culture.
In addition to numerous bus stops DB Arriva also has 117 stations operating in the UK.
buses) belonging to the
Arriva Bus fleet
DB Arriva mobility solutions are customer-centric, efficient and affordable.
Did you know ...
... that DB Arriva supported the test operation of a hydrogen-powered train in the Netherlands?
The Coradia iLint fuel cell train from Alstom was tested for ten days on the line between Groningen and Leeuwarden in the province of Groningen with test personnel on board. The train is quiet and only emits water.
The pilot project initiated by Alstom also involved the province of Groningen, the Dutch rail infrastructure manager ProRail, the French supplier of green hydrogen and refueling facilities Engie and the German independent test organization DEKRA, which coordinated the tests.

DB ArrivaHighlights 2020
DB Arriva is active in the European passenger transport market. With buses, coaches, trains and trams, as well as water buses, car- and bike-sharing systems and on-demand services, DB Arriva offers a wide range of mobility solutions.
DB Schenker
DB SchenkerFacts and figures
The DB Schenker network has a local, regional and global presence in almost every sales market worldwide.
of warehouse space
DB Schenker is a global leader in contract logistics. The available warehouse space is spread over 50 countries on all continents.
DB Schenker’s regular truck fleet consists of its own and external vehicles (excluding spot market).
The dense network of global destinations enables DB Schenker to offer tailor-made logistics solutions.
logistics services
DB Schenker is the world’s leading provider of global logistics services and supports industry and trade in the global exchange of goods.
Did you know ...
that DB Schenker is delivering goods in Hamburg city center with an XXL delivery bike?
The special production is almost 6.50 m long and can carry up to three pallet loads, enabling sustainable transport along “the last mile.”
The recipients between St. Pauli and Hafen City are small businesses and offices, craft businesses and private customers.
The bicycle giant was very popular with customers and pedestrians in 2020, so DB Schenker’s XXL delivery bike fleet will soon be growing.
bike carries up
to 50 kg.

DB SchenkerHighlights 2020
DB Schenker is an integrated transport and logistics services provider and one of the world’s leading providers of global logistics services, supporting industry and trade in global freight exchange through land transport, global air and ocean freight, contract logistics and supply chain management.
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