Škoda Group to Overhaul NIM Express Trains for DB Regio

Press Release: Škoda Group has signed a contract with DB Regio to overhaul up to six double-decker NIM Express trains operating on the busy high-speed route between Nuremberg and Munich. Each of these modern trains having covered nearly 1.5 million kilometres, they will undergo a comprehensive overhaul at Škoda Group’s facility in Šumperk, Czech Republic. The contractual option includes testing and the overhaul of a sixth train. Work is scheduled to start in Q3 2025 and to be completed by August 2028.

The NIM Express trainsets are designed to offer passengers a high level of comfort while ensuring efficient and sustainable operation. Each train consists of one steering coach, four intermediate coaches, one end coach and a powerful Škoda 109E locomotive. This composition ensures efficient operation on the busy Nuremberg–Munich route, with passengers enjoying a comfortable and reliable travel experience. The overhaul will cover a wide range of technical revisions and maintenance work to maximise reliability and passenger satisfaction.

Our expertise in rail vehicle modernisation enables us to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the needs of both operators and passengers.

Jan Christoph Harder, President Region West & North at Škoda Group: “We are proud to support DB Regio with this important overhaul project, ensuring that the NIM Express trains continue to operate with maximum efficiency and comfort for passengers. Our expertise in rail vehicle modernisation enables us to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the needs of both operators and passengers,” said Jan Christoph Harder, President Region West & North at Škoda Group.

The work will include overhauling bogies, doors, traction converters, motors and wheelsets, and final testing. Additionally, the contract includes transportation of the trains, the supply of long-lead spare parts, and the possibility of additional work as required.

Škoda Group’s facility in Šumperk, known for its expertise in rolling stock maintenance and modernisation, will ensure that the NIM Express fleet continues to provide a high-quality service for passengers. The comprehensive overhaul will extend the lifecycle of these trains, contributing to more sustainable rail operations.

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