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Mock-up of the XXL S-Bahn München EMU
Mock-up of the XXL S-Bahn München EMU

During IAA Mobility, visitors can step inside the S-Bahn of the future for free at Königsplatz in München: the Free State of Bavaria, Deutsche Bahn, and Siemens are presenting a walk-in 1 : 1 model of the new train generation for the first time.

Two Class 408 ICEs on test in Belgium
Two Class 408 ICEs on test in Belgium

In early August, Belgorail has done pantograph tests with two Class 408 Velaros between Leuven and Brussels.

New design for ČD's fast Vectrons
New design for ČD's fast Vectrons

In August, locomotives 384.001, 002 and 004 were brought to the Czech Republic, representing the ČD order for 50 Vectrons with a top speed of 230 km/h.

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In record time to the Ahr valley: Mireo Smart for new Trans Regio RB 32 Line
In record time to the Ahr valley: Mireo Smart for new Trans Regio RB 32 Line

The vehicle provision contract was signed on 19 August 2025. The start of operations for the new RB 32 line is planned for 14 December, with the first vehicle delivery already scheduled for 1 October 2025.

A selection of current news on the VUZ circuit
A selection of current news on the VUZ circuit

Among the plethora of new vehicles at VUZ Velim test centre, the Talgo VI has now appeared, representing the trio of units that are/will be provided to Leo Express by Renfe. 

ČD wants to buy more ComfortJets
ČD wants to buy more ComfortJets

On 25 August 2025, ČD issued a tender for a “framework agreement for the supply of non-traction multiple units for long-distance transport”.

ComfortJet presented in Austria
ComfortJet presented in Austria

On Wednesday morning of 20 August 2025, the ComfortJet 012 was presented to the Austrian public at Wien Hbf.

The first Class 384 Vectrons in Praha
The first Class 384 Vectrons in Praha

As we mentioned at the beginning of July, the production of the Class 384 locomotives for ČD is underway at the München-Allach works.

ICE 3neo to run to Poland and France
ICE 3neo to run to Poland and France

On 10 July 2025, Deutsche Bahn announced that it plans to expand the operation of its Class 408 high-speed trains to new international destinations.

Mireo BEMUs for Remscheid - Düsseldorf services
Mireo BEMUs for Remscheid - Düsseldorf services

A milestone for mobility transition in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW): the new Mireo Smart Plus B trains for Regiobahn were officially presented on 17 July 2025 at Siemens Mobility's test center in Wegberg-Wildenrath.

More RSL Vectrons for ZSSK
More RSL Vectrons for ZSSK

ZSSK is putting into operation Vectrons from the latest order from the Rolling Stock Lease (RSL) pool, and these are the first Vectrons from the RSL order placed with Siemens in September 2024.

Galaktische Leistung: Siemens presented its expanded München works
Galaktische Leistung: Siemens presented its expanded München works

On 7 July 2025, Siemens celebrated the opening of its expanded train factory in München-Allach, one of the most modern train production facilities in Europe and a key location in Siemens Mobility’s European service network.

Velaro Novo achieved 405 km/h
Velaro Novo achieved 405 km/h

On Saturday of 28 June 2025, Siemens, in collaboration with DB Systemtechnik and DB InfraGO, achieved 405 km/h on the HSL between Leipzig/Halle and Erfurt.

Siemens Mobility at transport logistic 2025
Siemens Mobility at transport logistic 2025

Siemens Mobility is showcasing its comprehensive portfolio of innovative products and services for rail transport at TL 2025 in München.

Smartron deliveries for Northrail complete
Smartron deliveries for Northrail complete

Deliveries of additional Smartrons for the Northrail pool were completed in May 2025.