Functions performed by NASA GmbH

The Nahverkehrsservice Sachsen-Anhalt GmbH (NASA GmbH) is a 100% subsidiary of the State of Saxony-Anhalt. On behalf of the state, NASA GmbH plans, orders and pays for regional rail passenger transport. In collaboration with the Mitteldeutscher Verkehrsverbund (MDV) and participating transport companies, it operates INSA, the timetable information service.

In accordance with its management service agreement with the state of Saxony-Anhalt, NASA GmbH plays an active role in public transport planning and is also responsible for certain aspects of its implementation. Taking the German Public Transport Act and the state public transport plan as a starting point, it works both directly and indirectly to improve the public transport service.