ÖBB with Positive Operating Result in First Half of 2011

Politics ♦ Published: September 29, 2011; 15:09 ♦ (Vindobona)

The Austrian Federal Railways continue their restructuring program. Management expects to leave the loss zone by 2013.

ÖBB with Positive Operating Result in First Half of 2011 / Picture: © Wikimedia Commons / Tokfo [Attribution]

The ÖBB will hold on to its restructuring plan: The railway company wants to expand its core business segments, increase the number of passengers and goods transported, and improve quality and efficiency. Furthermore, the group intends to establish a low-cost carrier in Southeastern Europe together with an international partner. Non-core segments such as the forwarding business, travel…