Deutsche Bahn manager criticizes internal structures amid low punctuality rates
Deutsche Bahn executive Evelyn Palla criticized corporate structures as long-distance train punctuality dropped to 58.7 percent in the first half of the year.
Deutsche Bahn executive Evelyn Palla has criticized internal management structures at the German state-owned rail operator, describing a culture of "organized irresponsibility" that must end. Speaking to media, Palla stated that improving train punctuality requires clear and transparent allocation of responsibility across the company.
The comments come as performance data revealed that long-distance train punctuality stood at just 58.7 percent during the first half of the year, leaving more than one in three long-distance services delayed. Deutsche Bahn continues to face public criticism over persistent delays and infrastructure bottlenecks throughout its network.
Sources: Der Spiegel, FAZ.