Project overview

Deutsche Bahn is currently implementing an extensive infrastructure project with a total volume of around 1 billion euros.

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As rail traffic continues to increase, Deutsche Bahn's long-distance fleet is also growing continuously. This increases the need for maintenance - especially in Cottbus, which plays a central role as the location of the traditional DB maintenance workshop. A new, ultra-modern rail maintenance facility is currently being built there.

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The core of the project is the construction of two new workshops for the heavy maintenance of the ICE 4 fleet. The first hall with two tracks was put into operation at the beginning of 2024. The second hall with four tracks is due to follow at the end of 2026 and will complete Deutsche Bahn's largest and most modern maintenance facility.

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The overall project is divided into five sub-projects: the new construction of Hall 1, the outbuildings, the outdoor facilities, the track systems and a stabling facility at the Cottbus cogeneration plant.

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Digital lean methodology as a guarantee of success

The size and complexity of the project required an innovative approach to project management from the outset. With the lean methodology and its digital implementation by lcmd, the team created a transparent basis for efficient project processes.

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What would no longer be possible with analog methods at this project size becomes a key success factor thanks to digital implementation. The weekly construction meetings, in which all those involved communicate with lcmd, as well as the detailed 6-week preview for the various trades ensure commitment and clear responsibilities.

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Special features of the project

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The project, which has been running since 2024, comprises several sub-areas that are managed by a total of five specialized project teams - including hall construction, track systems, outdoor facilities and parking areas. A key feature of the project is the application of the IPA model (integrated project execution), which is becoming increasingly important for large-scale projects.

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In contrast to traditional approaches with a general contractor, IPA focuses on transparency, cooperation and partnership-based collaboration between all project participants on an equal footing. Risks and opportunities are shared, enabling not only efficiency gains but also early problem identification and resolution. The contractors are actively involved in the early planning phases - a key factor for successful and accelerated implementation.

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The benefits of this cooperative approach are particularly evident when it comes to technical challenges such as connecting to the existing DB network. Supported by the targeted use of digital tools, complex interfaces can be efficiently coordinated and controlled. The result is a forward-looking infrastructure project that sets new standards in planning, execution and collaboration.

What the DB team particularly appreciates about lcmd:

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• The seamless integration of all project teams on a single platform, which makes cross-team collaboration much easier
• The ability to capture detailed plans digitally and display them transparently for all parties involved
• Live adjustments during construction meetings, which are immediately visible to all construction and project managers
• The direct connection of action points to the overall process, which means that the link to the entire construction project is always visible
• The digital implementation of the lean methodology, which would no longer be practicable in analogue form given the size of the project
• The intuitive user interface, which enables quick familiarization even with complex requirements
• The flexible adaptability of the software to the specific requirements of an infrastructure project of this size