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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.

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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.

VR FleetCare's transfer bogies

VR Business Review 1 July to 30 September 2025: Profitability remained strong

In the third quarter, VR maintained strong profitability, at the previous year's level. The operating environment remained relatively stable, but customer demand in logistics was weak. Profit improvement measures aligned with the strategy progressed as planned and supported financial development. VR continues to focus on its core business while preparing for intensifying competition.

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Our business areas

We are a passenger, logistics and maintenance service company owned by the Finnish state, and we increase the popularity of environmentally friendly rail and city traffic.

VR Long-distance Traffic

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VR Long-distance Traffic is responsible for long-distance train journeys in Finland and between Stockholm and Gothenburg in Sweden.

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VR City Traffic

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VR City Traffic includes commuter train, tram and bus transport in Finland and in Sweden.

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VR Logistics

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VR Logistics offers logistics services on rails in Finland.

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Already 160 years on the rails

Regular train traffic started between Helsinki and Hämeenlinna on 17 March 1862. Railways have played a key role in the development of Finnish society – and continue to do so.

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VR appoints Meri Vainikka as SVP Long-distance Traffic and member of VR’s Leadership Team

VR has appointed Meri Vainikka, M.Sc. (Economics) as Senior Vice President for Long-distance Traffic and a member of VR’s Leadership Team. She will take up her position on 26 March 2026 and will report to CEO Elisa Markula.

5. February 2026 News and current issues

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...

4. February 2026 Press releases News and current issues

Jenni Mattsson appointed VR's Director, Communications

VR has appointed Jenni Mattsson, M.Sc. (Econ.), as Director, Communications. She will start in her position on 2 February and report to Jonna Juslin, SVP, Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability.

21. January 2026 News and current issues

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