Germany’s national railway company says it has recorded a 28% increase in regional rail travel since it introduced its so-called Deutschland Ticket 12 months ago. Describing the pass as “a rocket for regional transport,” Deutsche Bahn board member Evelyn Palla said its introduction had seen domestic traveller numbers rise significantly. The €49-a-month pass allows the bearer unlimited travel on Deutsche Bahn’s domestic network and on most local public transport providers. “Overall, almost two thirds of the passengers on DB’s local and regional transport travel with the Deutschland Ticket, prim…