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DB InfraGO operates the largest rail network in Europe in the Track business area covering about 33,000 km. More than 1 billion train-path km are driven on the rail network every year. The most important source of income are revenues from train-path products (about 76% of total revenues). Train-path prices are established transparently using a train-path pricing system (TPS) regulated by the Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetz­agentur; BNetzA).

DB InfraGO strives for high infrastructure quality and avail­­ability, ensures non-discriminatory access to train-paths and service facilities and is responsible for the management of infrastructure operations. This includes preparing schedules in close cooperation with customers, operations management, construction management and maintenance. The cost structure of the Track business area has a high proportion of fixed costs. The rail network in particular is one of the biggest cost drivers. Use of resources for the operation and maintenance of infrastructure facilities is very much influenced by specific facility characteristics, requirements relating to operational opening hours and the degree of rationalization in operating business activities. As the dimensions of the infrastructure only change in the long term due to new construction or expansion projects or targeted dismantling, the optimal capacity utilization of the infrastructure is of major importance for economic success. Capacity utilization is measured by volume produced. In terms of relative network capacity utili­zation, this figure can be compared to track kilometers (length of line operated). High quality and availability are at the heart of our integrated capital expenditure and maintenance strategy.

DB InfraGO is also Europe’s largest station operator. In addition to the development, construction and operation of stations, the Passenger Stations business area also combines a wide range of mobility-oriented services at the station. With about 848,000 m² of rental space, DB InfraGO is also one of Germany’s largest commercial lessors.

Trains from more than 120 TOCs stop at our stations every day. To ensure a high level of quality, special emphasis is placed on the quality of stay and customer offerings. Our station managements also work hard on-site to ensure seamless operations. The design of the developed products and services and the structural dimensions of the stations are based on the needs of our customers and the economic stability of the infrastructure. Revenues in the Passenger Stations business area are generated primarily from station stops (regulated) in the stations and from leasing out commercial space (not regulated). The station fees are a regulated price system, similar to the train-path pricing system, which is approved annually by the BNetzA. The expense side is characterized by a high fixed-cost component. Our most important regulatory partners are the BNetzA and the EBA.