Evelyn Palla is reportedly set to take the helm at Germany's Deutsche Bahn railway operator. Evelyn Palla is to become the first female CEO of Germany's Deutsche Bahn national rail operator, German media reported on Saturday. There was no immediate comment from the ministry or from Deutsche Bahn. Deutsche Bahn has made substantial payouts to passengers over delays and cancelations Image: Ina Fassbender/AFP/Getty ImagesWhy is Germany restructuring Deutsche Bahn? Deutsche Bahn was forced to pay €197 million ($231 million) in compensation in 2024 due to late and canceled trains.