Alstom and Norske tog have presented the first Coradia Stream that has arrived in Norway for testing which is set to operate in the Greater Oslo Region from June 2026.
The event was held at Bane NOR’s Grorud depot, with Norwegian Minister of Transport Jon-Ivar Nygård and the French Ambassador to Norway Florence Robine among the attendees.
Coradia Stream for the Nordics has already undergone extensive testing in Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic, and will now be tested in Norway. This winter, the train will undergo tests in the mountains, to ensure that the trains runs optimally, under extreme Norwegian conditions.
“With these trains, we are taking a significant step towards a more modern train service for travellers across the Greater Oslo Region. They will offer passengers a better travel experience through increased capacity and better comfort,” the CEO of Norske tog, Øystein Risan, said.
In December 2021, Norske Tog has entered into an agreement with Alstom to purchase 36 new local trains and 19 new regional trains, with an option to purchase up to 200 new trains.
The local trains that have now been ordered will operate on lines L1 (Spikkestad – Lillestrøm) and L2 (Stabekk – Ski), while the regional trains will be put into service on regional routes in Eastern Norway.
The new regional train Coradia Stream for the Nordics, formerly known as Coradia Nordic, is specially adapted for Norwegian terrain and climate. The high-tech, modern train sets each consist of six cars and will provide commuters with a comfortable and efficient journey, including onboard internet access.
The trains have a top speed of 160 km/h for commuter service and up to 200 km/h for the Intercity routes and are designed with a lifespan of 40 years.
The low-floor trains are built on a modular platform that allows operators to customise interiors and features according to operational needs.
The new trains will feature dedicated wheelchair spaces and universally designed restrooms. In addition, they will include spacious flexible areas, making it easier to bring for example strollers and bikes on board.
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