Ten more Stadler EMUs ordered for Stockholm’s Roslagsbanan
94 m CHF deal adds to SL’s fleet, replacing legacy trains with custom narrow-gauge vehicles for service from 2028.
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To complement its existing fleet, Stockholm Transport (SL) has ordered ten more electric multiple units from Stadler, valued at 94 million Swiss francs. The narrow-gauge Roslagsbanan network is unique and requires a special design – a core strength of Stadler.
The 65-kilometre Roslagsbanan railway line in Sweden has a track gauge of just 891 millimeters and connects the northeastern suburbs of Stockholm to the capital. Stadler trains have been operating on the Roslagsbanan network since 2023, demonstrating their reliability even under harsh climatic conditions. On August 13, 2025, Stockholm Transport ordered ten more trains.
«Our modern X15p trains from Stadler have increased comfort for our passengers and enabled better service. With this follow-up order, we are reaffirming our commitment to provide reliable, comfortable, and sustainable public transport for the Stockholm region», says Annika Bergström, Head of Projects for development of Roslagsbanan.
Stadler Expands Presence in Scandinavia
The new vehicles will replace the 30-year old legacy trains built by another manufacturer. Each train has 150 seats and can carry around 300 passengers. The trains are barrier-free and offer ample space for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Delivery is planned to take place in stages starting in 2027, with operations scheduled to begin in 2028. The custom-built trains will be manufactured in Bussnang, Thurgau. The contract with SL includes an option for up to 31 additional vehicles.
With this follow-up order from SL, Stadler consolidates its position in Scandinavia. In recent years, the company has secured several major contracts in the region:
- Sweden: AB Transitio ordered 13 KISS double-decker trains from Stadler last week. Also, seven FLIRT trains will operate on the Arlanda Express between Stockholm and the airport starting in late 2029.
- Norway: In 2023, Stadler was awarded a contract for 17 long-distance trains for Norske Tog – with an option for up to 100 vehicles.
- Finland: In 2022, VR Group ordered 20 additional FLIRT trains, adding to the existing fleet of 81, which operate reliably even under arctic conditions.
- Denmark: Stadler is delivering 24 battery-powered trains to Lokaltog – a groundbreaking step toward sustainable and low-carbon mobility in Denmark.
Tailor-Made Solutions
Roslagsbanan’s 891 mm gauge of is unique and requires a special design. Custom solutions like these are a hallmark of Stadler. The company is renowned for its flexible approach and its willingness to meet specific customer requirements, setting it apart from competitors.
“We are very pleased with the continued trust that SL place in us. This order confirms our expertise in delivering tailor-made solutions under demanding conditions. Scandinavia is a strategically important market for us – we are proud to further expand our presence there,” says Christian König, Deputy Head of Marketing and Sales at Stadler.
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