Northwest Railway remains on Weser-Ems-Netz by 2035: new trains, more clock!

Northwest Railway remains on Weser-Ems-Netz by 2035: new trains, more clock!

Mitte, Deutschland - The future of local transport in Lower Saxony looks promising. From December 2026, the Nordwestbahn (NWB) will take over the company on the Weser-Ems network for another nine years. The Lower Saxony State Transport Society (LNVG) awarded the new transport contract according to a Europe -wide competition process, which is intended to promote both efficiency and quality of the services. This means that the northwestern railway, which has already worked on these routes years ago, remains the most important provider in this region until at least 2035. In addition, there is an extension of an extension by 2037, which protects the plans of the NWB in the long term.

With 4.3 million train kilometers annually, the usual standard is maintained on the non -electrified lines RE 18, RB 58 and RB 59. Here, those responsible continue to rely on the existing 43 vehicles of type LINT 41. From 2029, there is also a change: The use of new diesel vehicles, which are operated with the low-emission HVO100 fuel, is planned to be an environmentally friendly alternative. However, while the older models cannot use this fuel, this will be a matter of course for the new vehicles from 2029.

sustainability and infrastructure

The infrastructure, which often makes headlines, is also paid to attention. There should be no changes to the bar or on the number of trips by 2035, but improvements in the traffic offer are planned in the mid -1930s. Massive infrastructure measures are on the program; These include the expansion of the single -track routes between Oldenburg and Osnabrück and between Delmenhorst and Hesepe. In the future, the tracks and signals will also be renewed, two -track sections are built and meeting stations.

A real sensation is the planned overhead line for the Oldenburg - Osnabrück route. This is intended to replace the diesel railcars with fully electric multiple units, which are supposed to drive every half hour. The use of battery -electric vehicles is also intended on the Bremen lines - Osnabrück and Wilhelmshaven. All of this serves the goal of not only making local transport more flexible, but also more environmentally friendly.

The fuel of the future

The HVO100 fuel, which is intended for the newer vehicles, has also been very popular in the industry. Modern diesel engines are usually suitable for this sustainable biodiesel fuel, which is made from biological waste and residues. With a CO2 emission reduction potential of over 90 %, there is enormous potential for reducing the load caused by fossil fuels. HVO100 is also offered at petrol stations in Germany, which facilitates use for many vehicle owners.

The overview of vehicles that can use the new fuel is continuously updated. Almost all well -known vehicle manufacturers have already granted shares for HVO100, from Alfa Romeo to Volkswagen to BMW and Mercedes Benz. Here, numerous models from different construction years can recharge HVO100 without the need for retrofitting. This not only makes it attractive for the operators, but also protects the environment.

Overall, the plan to modernize and improve local transport in Lower Saxony is both a challenge and a unique opportunity to redefine environmentally friendly mobility. The regions can be excited about the developments of the coming years, because this is far more than just moving on rails - it is about the future of mobility.