• Alstom has signed a significant contract with the operator VR for the maintenance of 62 trains.
• Operations will be carried out at in Eskilstuna and Västerås, among other depots, by Alstom teams with expertise in maintaining non-Alstom manufactured fleets.
• The contract strengthens Alstom’s presence in the Mälardalen region.
23 October 2025 - Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has been awarded a comprehensive maintenance contract for Mälartåg commuter trains. It marks an important milestone in delivering robust and efficient solutions for Swedish rail transport. The agreement covers the maintenance of the entire Mälartåg fleet consisting of a total of 62 trains for up to ten years, providing long-term stability for the region’s rail traffic. The takeover of operations will occur in December 2026. Yet, preparations will begin shortly to ensure a smooth start-up.
“With the combination of Mälartåg’s state-of-the-art workshop in Eskilstuna and our own recently expanded facility in Västerås, we can offer the market strong and robust maintenance solutions for all types of rolling stock." (....)