News and press releases

VR seeks growth in logistics services from new industries and green transition

Rail transport produces less emissions and consumes less energy than other modes of transport. Therefore, it plays an essential role in reducing transport emissions. VR's logistics business, VR...

22. November 2023 Press releases

Large rolling stock modernisation project for VR FleetCare from SJ

The cooperation of the Finnish rail fleet maintenance company VR FleetCare with the Swedish railway operator SJ AB is evolving.  The two companies have signed an agreement to modernise X40 train ...

5. April 2023 Press releases News and current issues

VR wins new rail traffic contract in Sweden

VR expanded its operations to Sweden through a transaction that started on 1 July 2022, and is now actively participating in regional public transport tenders there. VR Sweden has been selected a...

16. December 2022 Press releases

Arriva Sverige AB transfers to the ownership of VR Group 1st of July 2022

Arriva Sverige AB, sold by the Arriva International Ltd, has been transferred to the ownership of the VR Group. The contract between Arriva International Ltd which is owned by the Deutsche Bahn a...

1. July 2022 Press releases

VR Group expands its operations to Sweden – invests in climate-friendly commuter traffic

VR Group is acquiring the Swedish bus and rail company Arriva Sverige. Arriva Sverige operates in urban transport in Stockholm, and in regional transport in southern and southeastern Sweden. Thro...

24. March 2022 Press releases

VR FleetCare to sign a 20-year maintenance agreement for Allegro trains operating between Russia and Finland

Russian Railways (RZD), Karelian Trains and the Finnish rail traffic maintenance company VR FleetCare have signed a 20-year agreement on the maintenance and lifecycle services concerning the high...

10. December 2021 Press releases News and current issues

VR to ensure the wood supply of the new Kemi bioproduct mill

4. March 2021 Press releases