Design Experience for High-Speed in the German Rail Network
The renewal of this partnership underscores our expertise and commitment to innovative design solutions in rail transport. The decision followed an intensive evaluation by Deutsche Bahn, in which leading European design agencies specialising in transportation design participated. The evaluation process rigorously evaluated their creativity, technical expertise, depth of experience, team composition, and collaborative approach.
Nose Design Experience successfully prevailed in both tender processes in which we participated. We have been entrusted with the design of the existing ICE and IC fleets and, as one of two agencies, with the development of the next generation of high-speed trains.
The selection process recognised our expertise in design and layout, process quality, technical proficiency, extensive knowledge of train standards and regulations, execution strength, and unrivalled competence in mock-up construction and train architecture.
As a longstanding product design partner of DB Fernverkehr, Nose has already developed the latest ICE design vision. This new appointment enables us to refine and implement this vision, implementing it in the next generation of ICE trains while integrating innovations into the current DB fleet
— pivotal milestones in advancing the mobility transition across Germany and Europe.
One standout result of this collaboration is the current version of the ICE 3neo, which highlights the transformative power of thoughtful design within the existing fleet. Featuring a new CMF (Colour, Material, and Finish) concept developed by Nose, enhanced seating inspired by our ICE design vision, and improved connectivity, the train has achieved a significant boost in customer satisfaction.
Christian Harbeke, Managing Partner and Head of Train Design at Nose, remarks: «It is a once-in-a-lifetime experience to be part of this meticulous and visionary planning process by Deutsche Bahn. We are thrilled to bring our passion for train design and enhancing the onboard experience also to future projects. Our entire team is eager to contribute to this bold vision for the future of travel and is fully committed to delivering excellence.»
Simon Bildstein-Depaoli, Design Director at Nose, adds: «The next-generation ICE will be a cornerstone in the future of public transport and the implementation of sustainable mobility in Germany and beyond. It is extremely satisfying to be part of this journey.»
Ruedi Müller, Managing Partner and Head of Interior Design at Nose, concludes: «We are truly pleased with the vision we have developed. This renewed partnership gives us the opportunity to bring it to life. All of us are excited to capture the essence of these concepts, making sure they are technically and commercially sustainable, and see them take form in the real world.»