This transaction, following the initial deal closed in December 2023, supports the acquisition of trains for Lot 2 of the project. Rock Rail and Infracapital have secured financing for the next phase of the Leipzig Central German S-Bahn Network 2025+.
The Lot 2 fleet consists of 41 Siemens Mireo 3-car trains. Combined with Lot 1, the Leipzig S-Bahn will now have a total of 195 Siemens Mireo cars, scheduled to enter service in December 2026. Initially, these trains will be leased to Die Länderbahn GmbH, part of the Netinera Group of Companies.
This new fleet aims to improve passenger experience and increase capacity, addressing the growing demand for rail travel in Germany while supporting the transition to more environmentally friendly transport options. The design of these trains meets all operational requirements of the network, including safety features for the Leipzig Tunnel, floor levels optimized for different platform heights, and performance capabilities for both core S-Bahn and regional services.
The Siemens Mireo platform offers up to 25% higher energy efficiency compared to similar trains, contributing to climate-friendly mobility. The fleet provides step-free access from standard 550mm platforms and includes features such as a gap bridging plate and sliding step to ensure TSI PRM compliant access at all platform heights. The train exteriors are marked for wheelchair and bicycle spaces to improve passenger flow at busy stations.
Rock Rail is an independent developer, owner, and asset manager of rolling stock and other rail infrastructure. Since 2016, it has secured £3.5 billion in institutional investment for new rolling stock across the UK and Germany.
Infracapital invests in, builds, and manages essential infrastructure to meet societal needs and support economic growth. Part of M&G Plc, Infracapital has raised and managed over €9 billion across seven funds, working with more than 60 companies in Europe.
