Heinz Dürr-an entrepreneur who shaped Baden-Württemberg

Heinz Dürr-an entrepreneur who shaped Baden-Württemberg

The former railway chief Heinz Dürr has died

The former railway chief Heinz Dürr died at the age of 90. Interior Minister Thomas Strobl praised his outstanding achievements for the Baden-Württemberg business location and the Stuttgart 21.

Heinz Dürr will be remembered as an outstanding personality of Baden-Württemberg's economic life. As an entrepreneur, he took over the family business and developed it into a leading international company. In addition, he renovated the AEG and restructured the Deutsche Bundesbahn in the 1980s and 1990s into a successful business company.

Particularly worth mentioning is Dürr's contribution to the Stuttgart 21 rail project. As train director, he brought this groundbreaking project for a modern railway node and the historical urban development of Stuttgart. His commitment and services have contributed significantly to the design of the Baden-Württemberg business location.

Interior Minister Thomas Strobl praised Heinz Dürr as a responsible, adorable and hardworking entrepreneur, who has tackled the great tasks of his life with passion. His merits and influence will remain visible beyond his death.

The death of Heinz Dürr is a loss for the economic and entrepreneurial landscape of Baden-Württemberg. His achievements have not only shaped the economy, but also advanced the development of an important infrastructure project. His legacy will continue to be remembered and his work will also influence future generations.