05. March 2026, 00:00 o'Clock
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Article: DB Cargo Hungária: 25 years connecting Western and South-Eastern Europe in rail freight
As part of the DB Cargo network, DB Cargo Hungária offers efficient, sustainable and seamless solutions in Hungary and in cross-border freight transport.
DB Cargo Hungária: a strong and reliable partner in European rail freight
Founded on December 12, 2001, by DB Cargo AG (part of the Deutsche Bahn Group), DB Cargo Hungária began its operations in Győr under the name Logistic Center Hungária. The company’s initial mission was to provide on site shunting services for the German-owend car manufacturer Audi Hungaria.
DB Cargo Hungária with container train on an international route.
Over the past two decades, DB Cargo Hungária has grown from a small, locally focused company into a full railway service provider in Hungary. Today, it plays a key role in DB Cargo’s European network and freight corridors—acting as a strategic hub linking flows from Germany to South Eastern Europe and Turkey, as well as traffic along the North–South corridor towards Czechia, Poland, and the Adriatic Sea. Over 200 highly qualified employees form the backbone of the company’s operational performance and customer focused service quality.
Leading provider of siding and last-mile services in Hungary
Building on its original siding operations in Győr, DB Cargo Hungária has expanded its presence with additional sites in Kecskemét, Foktő and Debrecen. From these locations, the company serves major international customers, particularly in the automotive and agricultural sectors.
Additionally, DB Cargo Hungária provides regional shunting and last mile forwarding services for partners and third party customers, especially in Western Hungary. High quality and flexible last mile and shunting services remain central to the company’s operations. With in house staff training and adaptable resource deployment, DB Cargo Hungária can respond quickly to customer needs and deliver tailored solutions. To support these services, the company operates a fleet of 19 diesel shunting locomotives.
Block train and traction services across Hungary
Beyond its regional activities, nationwide traction services have become a key element of DB Cargo Hungária’s offering. These services form an important link within DB Cargo’s European network between Western and South Eastern Europe—for example, operating Romania and Turkey shuttles on the Hungarian section.
Vehicle transport as a central component of DB Cargo Hungária's logistics services.
Strengthening this role further, the company now ensures seamless connectivity for its automotive customers by running daily trains with its own interoperable locomotives between southern Germany and Kecskemét.
While the automotive industry remains a cornerstone of the business, DB Cargo Hungária handles a wide range of block train services for steel, building materials, industrial goods, consumer goods, container traffic, and chemical products, including dangerous goods. With five electric locomotives, the company also provides special and high capacity transports across Hungary—reinforcing its position as a sustainable and high performance rail logistics provider for domestic and international supply chains.
Battery Logistics Center and Railport in Győr
View of battery components in the state-of-the-art battery logistics centre at the Győr railport.
To enhance its service portfolio, DB Cargo Hungária operates its own rail road logistics Railport within the Industrial Park of Győr. In 2022, the site underwent a major investment and was expanded into a Battery Logistics Center. The facility includes a 1,000 m² transshipment hall and specialized equipment, enabling all weather operations and supporting Hungary’s rapidly developing battery logistics sector and its automotive customers.
In addition to battery transshipment, the Railport offers container handling, warehousing solutions for ultra heavy components, and maintenance services for DB Cargo Hungária’s locomotive fleet.
The new maintenance pit at the Győr railport enables efficient servicing of locomotives and freight wagons.
Recent upgrades include 120 meters of new track, a maintenance pit for locomotives and wagons, and approximately 1,000 m² of modern maintenance space. These developments strengthen the Battery Logistics Center and Railport Győr as strategic assets within DB Cargo’s European freight network and position the site for future growth in innovative rail logistics solutions.
Facts, figures and data
- Founded: 2001
- Employees: over 200
- Operating fleet: 24 locomotives (19 diesel, 5 electric)
- Sites: Győr (HQ), Kecskemét, Foktő, Debrecen
- Services: railway siding operations, last mile services, block trains across Hungary (incl. dangerous goods and special transports), road rail transshipment for batteries and containers at Terminal Győr
Management and strategic direction
DB Cargo Hungária is led by Dr. Jan Busch and Tímea Falviné Lukács.
Dr. Jan Busch, Managing Director (CEO) DB Cargo Hungária Kft.
Dr. Jan Busch joined the company as CEO in 2018. With over 15 years of leadership experience across Marketing, Controlling, and Sales within DB Cargo, he focuses on strengthening the network presence in Hungary and combining local operational excellence with the international DB Cargo system.
Tímea Falviné Lukács, Managing Director Finance (CFO) DB Cargo Hungária Kft.
Tímea Falviné Lukács joined in April 2023 as Chief Financial Officer. With over 30 years of experience in finance and economic management, she oversees finance, invoicing, procurement, and controlling. Her priorities include transparency, stability, predictability, and long term profitability.
Outlook
With 25 years of expertise and continuous growth, DB Cargo Hungária is a strong and reliable part of DB Cargo AG’s European network. As a provider of siding operations and nationwide traction services, the company plays a crucial role in connecting Western and South Eastern Europe through sustainable rail freight solutions.
Looking ahead, DB Cargo Hungária aims to strengthen its market position in Hungary and along its customers’ logistics chains while pursuing profitable growth. Investments in modern infrastructure, efficient processes, and sustainable technologies remain key pillars for long term success.
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