Elevated Illnesses Cause Adjustments to Train Schedules on S-Bahn, Central Germany
In a recent announcement, DB Regio Südost has revealed a reduction in S-Bahn services in the Leipzig region due to high sickness rates among train drivers and the general labor shortage. This reduction is expected to last from mid-October to mid-December.
One of the most significant changes will be the cancellation of services between Miltitzer Allee and Leipzig Hbf from October 16th. Additionally, the S1/S6 will continue to skip several stops from October 15th, including Essener Straße, Leipzig Nord, Leipzig Messe, and Voelkerschlachtdenkmal. The S1/S6 will run as S6 from Leipzig Hbf to Borna or Geithain and back, skipping these stops.
The S2 will also experience some disruptions, with services cancelled between Leipzig and Delitzsch on Sundays and holidays from October 15th. However, the exact days of the week for these cancellations have not been specified. The S2 services between Leipzig and Delitzsch will be cancelled on specific days, but the details are yet to be released.
On a positive note, over 80 people will be trained as train drivers or customer service staff for the S-Bahn Mitteldeutschland this year, in an effort to address the labor shortage. The remaining service will be stabilized through timetable adjustments.
It's important to note that these issues are not unique to the Leipzig region, as chronic delays, lack of communication, and overcrowding are common problems faced by Deutsche Bahn, as mentioned in one review. These problems could potentially be exacerbated by the staff shortages, but specific details are not provided.
For up-to-date information on S-Bahn services in Leipzig, it would be best to consult the Deutsche Bahn website, use their journey planner tools (DB Navigator), or contact them directly for any service adjustments or notices related to staff shortages. If there are any significant service disruptions, they might be reported through local news sources or announcements from Deutsche Bahn.
The S2 from Stoetteritz to Bitterfeld/Dessau/Wittenberg/Jueterbog is not affected by the cancellations. Additional services ending at Leipzig Hbf - upper station are planned from October 16th.
As the situation evolves, it's crucial for passengers to stay informed and plan their journeys accordingly. The training of new staff and timetable adjustments aim to ensure the stability of the remaining service during this challenging period.
- To mitigate the high sickness rates among train drivers and address the labor shortage, DB Regio Südost is investing in workplace-wellness initiatives, training over 80 individuals as train drivers or customer service staff for the S-Bahn Mitteldeutschland this year.
- In the health-and-wellness sector, DB Regio Südost will also focus on managing medical-conditions that contribute to the high sickness rates, as part of their broader efforts to enhance the well-being of their employees and maintain a stable workforce.
