Electrification of the marching railway: Safe car train traffic to Sylt in sight!

The importance of electrifying the marching railway for the car trains according to Sylt

The current discussion about the electrification of the marching line has far -reaching effects on car train traffic between Niebüll and Westerland. Secretary of State Secretary Tobias von der Heide reported on July 31 about the progress of the study "Motor Transport Transport on the Autozug under Fahrraht". The possible adjustments in the infrastructure are a significant topic because they affect access to the popular holiday island of Sylt.

protective roof as the key to continued existence

One of the greatest challenges that results from the electrification is the limitation of the wagon height by the overhead line. However, the implementation of a special protective roof ensures that the car trains can continue to run under this infrastructure. This was identified as a future -oriented option so that people can stay in their vehicles during the crossing and at the same time enjoy the view of the Wadden Sea. The study shows that the loading capacity remains almost unchanged and could only experience a slight decline in the single -digit percentage range.

collaboration for sustainable transport

The implementation of this optimized solution is the result of close cooperation between the local transport network Schleswig-Holstein (near.sh) and the car trainer DB Sylt Shuttle and RDC Autozug Sylt. A questionnaire that served as the basis for the technical feasibility was created in advance. In the next steps, the preliminary results of the study should be subjected to further exams to ensure that the security standards are observed and the operational requirements can continue to be met.

That is why electrification is important

The complete electrification of the marching railway from Hamburg to Westerland is expected to be completed in the 2030s. This can be seen as part of a larger concept for the development of a climate -neutral traffic axis of the west coast. It is particularly important that the existing diesel addiction is overcome, which entails both ecological and economic advantages. Among other things, this includes higher operating quality, the possibility of ensuring faster and more reliable connections and annual cost savings of around 8 million euros.

outlook on the future

The evaluation of the study results is accompanied by leading experts and experts in order to develop practice -oriented solutions. Dr. Markus Hunkel, Chief Executive of RDC Germany, has already emphasized that security concepts and the quality of the loading processes are of the highest priority. The DB has also committed to a comprehensive analysis to secure the interests of the island and its visitors in the long term.

In summary, it can be said that the progress in the electrification of the marching railway not only revolutionizes car train traffic, but can also make a positive contribution to sustainability and to improve the quality of life in the region. These developments can help to make traffic on one of the most frequented traffic axes of the west coast more efficient and environmentally friendly.