Stuttgarter Straßenbahnen AG (SSB)

Stuttgarter Straßenbahnen AG (SSB) is the central transport company of the state capital Stuttgart and plays a crucial role in ensuring urban quality of life. The SSB operates a comprehensive network of public transport that meets the needs of Stuttgart's citizens and visitors.

• Light rail: The company operates 17 light rail lines that run on standardized tracks with an electrification of 750 volts DC. The light rail fleet consists of 164 vehicles and offers modern and comfortable transport solutions[1][5].
• Bus services: The SSB operates an extensive bus network with 54 different routes, which are operated both by the SSB itself and by other contractors. The bus fleet includes about 250 vehicles, including many articulated buses[1][5].
• Cog railway and funicular: In addition to conventional transport, the SSB also operates a cog railway that connects the districts of Stuttgart Süd and Degerloch, and a funicular that connects Südheimer Platz with the Degerloch cemetery[1][5].
• Heritage Tram: Additionally, there are two heritage tram lines operated by the Stuttgarter Historische Straßenbahnen society that showcase historical trams[1].

The SSB is committed to arriving safely, quickly, on time, and relaxed. The company advocates for high-quality public transport and is closely connected to the community. The SSB is an integral part of the Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund Stuttgart (VVS), which enables coordinated and efficient transport services throughout the region[1][5].

The SSB is actively engaged in sustainable transport solutions and modern technologies. These include:

• Modern vehicles: The introduction of new, technologically advanced vehicles such as the light rail vehicle DT 8.12, which offers multipurpose areas for bicycles, wheelchairs, and strollers, and is equipped with multifunction displays[2].
• Expanded night transport services: The SSB has expanded and optimized the night bus network to better connect remote areas. This includes new night bus lines and call or line taxis that ensure connections to smaller communities[2].
• Infrastructure development: The company invests in the expansion and modernization of transport infrastructure, such as the new administrative building at Wallgraben, which aims to improve working conditions and efficiency[3].

The SSB is a subsidiary of the Stuttgarter Versorgungs- und Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH (SVV), in which the state capital Stuttgart holds 100% of the shares. This allows for a close connection to the city and facilitates the financing and coordination of transport services. The SSB is also involved in the Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund Stuttgart GmbH and has further holdings in the tourism sector through SSB Reisen GmbH[5].

The SSB employs about 3445 staff, including 118 trainees, and is an important employer in the region. The company is involved in various social and cultural activities, such as the anniversary of the cog railway, and promotes the community through various events and initiatives[3][5].

Stuttgarter Straßenbahnen AG is thus not only a transport company but an integral part of urban life in Stuttgart, committed to the mobility, sustainability, and quality of life of its citizens.

• 1 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stuttgarter_Stra%C3%9Fenbahnen
• 2 - https://digital.zlb.de/viewer/api/v1/records/15933869_2012/files/media/Verbundbericht_2012.pdf
• 3 - https://www.ssb-ag.de/kundeninfo/mobilitaet-in-stuttgart/
• 4 - https://www.ssb-ag.de
• 5 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stuttgarter_Stra%C3%9Fenbahnen