World premiere of Velaro D at Innotrans 2010 – first presentation of new high-speed train for Deutsche Bahn

The Velaro D, Germanys new high-speed train, is celebrating its world premiere at the InnoTrans 2010. Peter Löscher, Siemens CEO, presented today the latest generation of the high-speed train for the first time to Dr. Rüdiger Grube, Chairman of the Management Board and CEO of Deutsche Bahn AG. The new ICE (Class 407), DBs future flagship for international high-speed rail travel, is due to go into operation at the end of 2011, running initially between Frankfurt am Main and South France, followed by Belgium. A total of 15 eight-car high-speed trains are scheduled for delivery by 2012. In Berlin Siemens is showcasing a shorter version of the train, consisting of one end car, intermediate car and another intermediate car with bistro.

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