Alstom has been awarded a 2025 Red Dot Award for the design of its high-speed train, the Avelia Stream Nordic X80, at an official ceremony on 8 July in Essen, Germany.
Specifically engineered for harsh Scandinavian conditions of temperatures between –40 and +35°C; the train is equipped with energy-efficient systems, including regenerative braking and a low-drag aerodynamic profile, and can travel at speed through up to 80cm of snow.
The train is capable of carrying up to 270 seated passengers and is fitted with multifunctional areas for bicycles, strollers and wheelchairs.
Maria Signal Martebo, Managing Director of Alstom Sweden, said:Receiving the Red Dot Award is a recognition of our commitment to combining design, technology and sustainability. Avelia Stream Nordic X80 is more than just a train – it is a future-proof solution for reliable and modern public transport in the Nordics.
The Avelia Stream Nordic X80 is equipped with extra-wide doors to allow for easy passenger access, as well as a flexible seat layout. The train is designed for speeds of up to 200 km/h, and features the European ERTMS signalling system.
Helene Frahm, Head of Design at Västtrafik, said:We’re facing a historic investment in rail traffic in western Sweden, and our new custom-designed trains are a key part of that journey. Being recognized for their design shows how we’ve successfully combined form, function, and sustainability, all with the passenger in focus.
