After lengthy negotiations, Deutsche Bahn has agreed with workers' representatives on a reduction of 2,300 positions at DB Cargo as part of a sweeping restructuring initiated by the parent company. The job cuts are expected to occur mainly through retirements and voluntary resignations that will not be replaced. The internal division based on product types is also confirmed, leading to the formation of six specialized business units focused on the transport of steel, automobiles, liquids and bulk goods, full loads, single wagons, and intermodal transport. The decision is driven by the significant losses accumulated in freight transport in recent years, largely attributed to single wagon transport. For instance, in 2023, DB Cargo reported a negative EBIT of approximately 500 million euros. The company also faces punctuality issues, with on-time performance dropping to 70%.
