News and press releases

VR is investing EUR 10 million in Pieksämäki - The new wheelset lathe strengthens Finland’s security of supply

VR has commissioned the new rolling stock wheelset maintenance centre, Wheel Works, and a modern wheelset lathe in Pieksämäki. The investment significantly strengthens Finland’s security of supply and the operational reliability of rail traffic, as Finland now has two wheelset lathes that are critical for rail traffic operations instead of one.

14. May 2026 News and press releases Services Topical

VR FleetCare strengthens its position as a rolling stock maintenance expert – new contract in Sweden

VR FleetCare has signed a significant contract with AB Transitio, which is based in Sweden, on the heavy maintenance of the bogies and main power switches of Dosto (ER1) trains. The contract covers heavy maintenance work on 60 electric multiple unit trains, manufactured by Stadler, between 2026 and 2030.

4. February 2026 News and press releases Contracts Topical

VR FleetCare developed transfer bogies – the solution facilitates the transfer of rolling stock from Sweden to Finland for maintenance

On 9 January 2026, SJ’s first X40 electric train arrived in Oulu by rail from Sweden via Haaparanta and Tornio using the transfer bogies developed by VR FleetCare. In future, the solution will enable the transfer of European gauge rolling stock by rail from Sweden to VR FleetCare’s locations in Finland for maintenance or modernisation. Innovation supports sustainable development and makes the transfer of rolling stock more efficient.

9. January 2026 News and press releases Services Customer Topical

Domestic fleet production strengthens the security of supply - VR FleetCare and UPM concluded a significant wagon deal

The rail fleet maintenance company and wagon manufacturer VR FleetCare and UPM Forest have concluded an agreement on the delivery of over 150 roundwood wagons. The first wagons will start operating by the end of 2026, and the full wagon series will be delivered by 2028.

8. December 2025 News and press releases Customer Topical

From Old to As-New – SJ’s Bistro Carriages Undergo Modernisation in Pieksämäki 

At VR FleetCare’s Service Workshop in Pieksämäki, older rolling stock is given a new lease of life as ten of SJ’s BFS9 bistro carriages undergo refurbishment. The aim of the project is to create a stylish and clean appearance for the carriages, enhancing passenger comfort throughout the journey. 

4. June 2025 Articles Customer

New Oulu paint shop proves high quality in the X40 train painting process

The new surface treatment line in Oulu, which opened at the end of 2024, has proven its capabilities in demanding industrial painting with the arrival of Swedish SJ's X40 electric trains for surface treatment. Over the next few years, 27 trains will arrive in Oulu from Sweden for modernisation and will also be given a new look.

2. May 2025 Articles Customer Topical

VR FleetCare modernises SJ's X40 electric trains in Oulu

A major rolling stock project is underway at VR FleetCare's Oulu project centre as SJ's double-decker X40 electric trains are visiting Finland for modernisation. During the project, the X40 trains will be refurbished inside and out, extending their life cycle by 15-20 years.

3. April 2025 Articles Customer

VR FleetCare and ABB Deliver Complex Traction Motor Repairs to Norway

Maintenance provider VR FleetCare and ABB, a global technology leader in electrification and automation, are collaborating on the refurbishment of traction motors for the Norwegian rolling stock company Norske tog. During the visit to Finland, the progress of the maintenance project for the traction motors of the EL 18 electric locomotives was reviewed and discussed in Helsinki and Lappeenranta.

19. March 2025 Articles Customer

VR FleetCare Secures Major Order for Heavy Transport Wagons for the Norwegian and Swedish Defence Forces

VR FleetCare, the rail fleet maintenance and wagon manufacturer; Bane NOR, the Norwegian owner of the track infrastructure; the Norwegian Defence Material Administration and the Swedish Defence Forces have signed a contract for the design and series production of new heavy transport wagons. The design of the wagon has already started, and production will start during 2025.

20. December 2024 News and press releases Contracts Customer Topical