Technical breakdowns in hydrogen trains: commuters in Berlin!

Technical breakdowns in hydrogen trains: commuters in Berlin!

In an unexpected turn, commuters in Berlin and Brandenburg had to accept massive changes, since the new hydrogen trains of the low -barnim rail (NEB) on the Heidekrautbahn (RB27) cannot perform the necessary performance due to technical problems. As Berlin Live reported, the route has been suffering from serious delivery bottlenecks of hydrogen since mid-December, which forced to switch to alternative lines. The NEB is now forced to use diesel trains and a battery train to maintain the operation.

conversion of the timetables due to hydrogen problems

In the past few weeks, commuters have experienced increased timetable changes, while the NEB is looking for new hydrogen suppliers to meet the urgent needs. The spokeswoman for the Berlin-Brandenburg Transport Association confirmed that the offers will be raised again as soon as sufficient hydrogen is available. The aim was originally pursued the innovative hydrogen features to save 1.1 million liters of diesel annually and to reduce CO2 emissions by about 3,000 tons.

parallel to the RB27, the RB12, which leads from Berlin-Eastkreuz through Hohenschönhausen to Oranienburg, as Neb.de This connection is very popular because it crosses the charming banks of the Havel and the magical city of Templin. With hourly trips from 4:30 a.m. to midnight and a bus connection to tourist attractions, the RB12 offers an attractive alternative for travelers who want to explore the area.