Siemens to deliver grid control software to DB Energie
Spectrum Power 7 software system will support a safe and efficient power supply for the German railway network.
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Germany: Siemens Smart Infrastructure has been selected to supply DB Energie with advanced software to upgrade its network operations. As the energy provider for Germany’s railway system, DB Energie will replace its current Spectrum Power 4 grid management system with the enhanced Spectrum Power 7, a key component of Siemens Xcelerator.
Beyond Spectrum Power 7, the project includes various optimisation tools, a fully integrated data warehouse for long-term data storage, essential hardware components such as servers and network systems, dedicated training platforms, and the PSS®SINCAL planning software from Siemens Gridscale X. The upgraded system will continuously receive security updates to meet the latest cybersecurity standards.
Once implemented, the new control system will enable DB Energie to efficiently manage its 16,000 km of traction power lines, 200 high-voltage switchgear units, and 50 generator facilities. The upgraded grid management system is expected to be fully operational by 2028.
Sabine Erlinghagen, CEO of Siemens Grid Software, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration:
“We are excited to deepen our partnership with DB Energie, helping them navigate the complexities of modern grid management with our technology. Ensuring a secure and resilient power supply is critical to Germany’s railway infrastructure.”
This initiative builds on a longstanding relationship between Siemens and DB Energie. In January 2025, Siemens upgraded DB Energie’s grid controller, enhancing reliability and grid stability. The controller optimises generator performance, ensuring consistent voltage and frequency levels while maintaining cost-effective energy distribution.
The modernisation project aligns with Deutsche Bahn’s ambitious goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2040, which includes expanding the use of green electricity, phasing out diesel-powered operations, and transitioning to sustainable heating solutions.
Source: Siemens AG
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