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Stuttgart 21: Is Deutsche Bahn running out of time? Alarming warnings!
Current developments on the Stuttgart 21 project: delays, warnings and financial problems in the Rems-Murr district.
Stuttgart 21: Is Deutsche Bahn running out of time? Alarming warnings!
The controversial Stuttgart 21 rail project is once again the focus of criticism as a recently published steering committee report highlights worrying problems. According to the report dated December 6, 2024, there are numerous challenges that could jeopardize the scheduled commissioning of the new station in December 2026, such as: Waiblingen newspaper reported. This raises the question of whether Deutsche Bahn (DB) is running out of time to solve the numerous technical and operational problems in a timely manner.
In addition, Baden-Württemberg's Transport Minister Winfried Hermann made serious allegations against DB boss Richard Lutz. He accuses the railway management of deliberately delaying the digitization of the project and thereby endangering trusting cooperation, which further fuels the discussion about responsibility and the financial consequences for the general public South German newspaper reported. The latest developments show that the costs for the major project continue to skyrocket, while commissioning has been delayed several times.
Growing costs and uncertainties
With the critical view of the current situation and the numerous challenges, the future of the Stuttgart 21 project looks anything but rosy. The question remains whether the schedule can be adhered to or whether there is a risk of further delays and cost explosions. These uncertainties not only affect those responsible for the construction, but also the future travelers who are waiting for the new station.