Market presence expanded: Stadler to supply up to 183 TANGO trams for the Helsinki Metropolitan Area
Stadler and Finnish public transport operator Pääkaupunkiseudun Kaupunkiliikenne Oy have signed a contract for the delivery of 63 TANGO Nordic trams.
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This marks Stadler’s first tram order in Finland. The contract also includes an option for up to 120 additional vehicles and service provisions spanning more than 30 years. The energy-efficient trams will offer passengers a high level of comfort and a fully low-floor interior.
Following the announcement of the contract award in October 2025, Stadler and Pääkaupunkiseudun Kaupunkiliikenne Oy signed the contract for the supply of 63 trams on 11 November 2026. The contract includes an option for up to 120 further trams. The new trams will modernise the fleet in the Helsinki metropolitan area and support the expansion of public transport in the Finnish capital region.
The agreement also includes comprehensive service provisions over a period of more than 30 years. These cover technical support, spare parts supply and the establishment of a local spare parts warehouse. Stadler will thus support Pääkaupunkiseudun Kaupunkiliikenne Oy in ensuring the reliable long-term operation of the new vehicles.
Stadler enters the Finnish tram market
“This order marks Stadler’s entry into the Finnish tram market and represents an important milestone for our company,” says Ansgar Brockmeyer, EVP Sales & Marketing and Deputy Group CEO of Stadler. “Stadler has decades of experience in developing and manufacturing trams. Our vehicles have proven their reliability in a wide range of operating conditions around the world. We are now bringing this expertise to Helsinki, developing vehicles that meet the demanding requirements of Finnish tram operations.”
Designed for the harsh Nordic climate
The trams for Greater Helsinki are based on Stadler’s proven TANGO platform. The vehicles will be further developed for the demanding requirements of urban operations in the capital region as well as for reliable service in extreme cold and icy conditions. These requirements are reflected in the development of all key systems, including the electrical equipment and mechanical structures. Particular attention is being paid to the bogies and suspension system.
The 63 trams are between 31 and 34 metres long, 2.4 metres wide and designed for Helsinki’s meter-gauge network. They feature flexible interior layouts that can be adapted to different operational requirements and passenger needs. Depending on the configuration, the three-module vehicles will provide between 70 and 90 seats and will be equipped with two wheelchair spaces and a spacious multifunctional area. Their fully low-floor design will provide step-free access throughout the entire length of the tram, making travel easier for people with reduced mobility as well as passengers with prams or bulky luggage.
Seamless integration into the urban landscape
The vehicle design was developed in collaboration with Nordic design studio Aivan. It reflects the architectural character and visual identity of the Helsinki region, allowing the new trams to blend harmoniously into the urban landscape.
Pivoting bogies and energy-efficient technology reduce operating costs
A distinctive technical feature of the TANGO Nordic trams is their four powered, freely pivoting bogies with rigid axles. Thanks to the articulated bogie frame, the running gear can adapt to the track geometry. This ensures smooth operation and reduces wear on the tracks, even on demanding routes with tight curves.
The vehicles will also feature modern traction technology that recovers energy during braking, stores it temporarily and reuses it during acceleration. This improves energy efficiency and reduces overall energy consumption. Together with the track-friendly bogie design, the technology helps reduce operating costs throughout the vehicles’ service life.
Stadler further expands its presence in Finland and the Nordic region
Delivery of the TANGO Nordic trams for testing is scheduled to begin during 2029. The vehicles will be manufactured at Stadler’s plant in Siedlce, Poland. The site has extensive experience in producing trams for public transport operators across Europe. Its track record includes numerous completed and ongoing tram projects, including those for customers in Germany and the Netherlands, as well as in Kraków, Ostrava and Sarajevo.
With the Helsinki tram order, Stadler is strengthening its position in Finland and across the Nordic region. The company has already delivered more than 400 rail vehicles to the Nordic countries, including over 120 FLIRT trains and locomotives to Finland.
Stadler will provide contracted services through its local service facilities. The company employs around 700 people at 15 locations across the Nordic countries and operates four service locations in Finland. Through the long-term service agreement, Stadler will help ensure the reliability and operational efficiency of the TANGO Nordic trams throughout their entire lifecycle.
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