Internet Explorer, Chrome Browser, Firefox Browser, Safari Browser
Press Release02 December 2024Siemens MobilityMunich
First battery trains for North Rhine-Westphalia enter service in 2026
Sascha M. Zuk, CEO
of Regiobahn Fahrbetriebsgesellschaft: “The new trains will enable us to again offer our customers a continuous
train connection between Remscheid and Düsseldorf beginning in the summer of
2026 – this time with state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly trains. By
deploying the first battery-powered trains in North Rhine-Westphalia, Regiobahn
will be building on its previous successes and again presenting itself as a
reliable and innovative company.”
"We are delighted
to be able to offer Regiobahn these environmentally friendly and modern Mireo
Plus B battery trains at short notice. Our aim is to make train rentals as easy
and uncomplicated as car rentals, and thus make our contribution to
accelerating the mobility transition,” commented Benjamin Dobernecker, CEO of
Smart Train Lease GmbH.
The new trains
The two-car
battery-powered trains have a range of up to 120 kilometers and can reach a top
speed of 140 km/h in both overhead line and battery operation. They offer a
total of 122 seats, spacious multi-purpose areas, modern passenger information
systems, and a separate first-class section with eight seats. Passenger comfort
and convenience is enhanced by WLAN service, barrier-free boarding, and very
quiet operation. A well-thought-out design with a wide connection between the
cars ensures a high subjective feeling of safety for passengers. Numerous
sockets and USB charging ports enable passengers to keep their devices fully
charged during the journey. The trains feature a special high-frequency window
glass solution developed by Siemens Mobility that significantly improves mobile
phone reception in trains. The trains will be serviced by Siemens in Dortmund.
Accessibility
The Mireo Plus B trains
will have a 76 cm entry height to ensure easy platform accessibility along the
route. The trains will also be equipped with a barrier-free toilet.
Energy savings
The Mireo Plus B makes
optimal use of the existing infrastructure and enables its batteries to be
charged while running and when stationary. No additional charging
infrastructure needs to be installed for the Düssel-Wupper Express. Thanks to
its silicon carbide (SiC) technology, the train’s energy consumption is
extremely low, ensuring high energy efficiency and reduced operating costs.
The trains will operate on the RE 47 route beginning in the summer of 2026.
The trains will operate on the RE 47 route beginning in the summer of 2026.
For this press release
Follow us on X
Siemens Mobility is a separately managed company of Siemens AG. As a leader in intelligent transport solutions for more than 175 years, Siemens Mobility is constantly innovating its portfolio. Its core areas include rolling stock, rail automation and electrification, a comprehensive software portfolio, turnkey systems as well as related services. With digital products and solutions, Siemens Mobility is enabling mobility operators worldwide to make infrastructure intelligent, increase value sustainably over the entire lifecycle, enhance passenger experience and guarantee availability. In fiscal year 2024, which ended on September 30, 2024, Siemens Mobility posted revenue of €11.4 billion and employed around 41,900 people worldwide. Further information is available at: www.siemens.com/mobility