Norrtåg Defends Choice of Coradia Trains for Northern Sweden
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Norrtåg Defends Choice of Coradia Trains for Northern Sweden
- Norrtåg, a public transport company in northern Sweden, operates Alstom Coradia Nordic X62 trains, which are designed for accessibility and harsh winter conditions.
- In 2013, Norrtåg's Technical Manager, Olle Tiderman, affirmed confidence in the long-term decision to select Coradia over Regina train models.
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Norrtåg, a company owned by the regional authorities of Norrbotten, Västerbotten, Västernorrland, and Jämtland counties, began operating passenger trains in northern Sweden in 2010. The company’s fleet includes both Alstom Coradia Nordic X62 and Bombardier Regina X52 units.
The decision to acquire Coradia trains was made with a focus on suitability for the demanding conditions of northern Sweden. Alstom received an order in December 2008 to supply 12 Coradia Nordic EMUs, with deliveries anticipated by summer 2011, to