Västtrafik ordered 35 additional Avelia Stream Nordic EMUs
posted on 30th Sep 2026 16:38
On 29 September 2026, Alstom has received an order from Västtrafik to deliver 35 additional Avelia Stream Nordic X80 trains through an option worth approximately 350 million EUR exercised under the existing frame contract. With this new order, Alstom will deliver a total of 80 X80s to Västtrafik. The first new 200 km/h 270 seat three-car trains entered service in May 2026 and are now operating on the regional rail network in Västra Götaland.
Bijan Zainali, Chair of the Västtrafik Board, said: “With these 35 new trains, we are taking another step towards more modern, spacious and comfortable public transport for our passengers. The trains will also reduce our energy consumption and replace our older rolling stock.”
Avelia Stream Nordic is designed for tough environmental conditions and offers the highest level of winterisation. The train can operate through 80 cm of snow and is reliable in temperatures down to -40°C. Alstom is also performing maintenance of Västtrafik's train fleet, currently comprising both the new trains and older generation rolling stock, ensuring high availability and long-term operational reliability across the region.
