Stadler has been awarded a contract for the supply of 63 new Tango Nordic trams for Helsinki-based public transport operator Pääkaupunkiseudun Kaupunkiliikenne Oy.
The contract includes an option for up to 120 additional vehicles, and marks Stadler’s first tram order in Finland.
Featuring a modern design and increased seating capacity, the Tango Nordic trams are based on Stadler’s exisitng Tango platform and have been specifically designed to meet the demands of Helsinki’s urban environment.
The contract also includes maintenance services for over 30 years, as well as technical support, spare part supply, the development of a local warehouse and the creation of a full logistics system.
Ansgar Brockmeyer, Executive Vice President Sales & Marketing at Stadler, said:The Helsinki Metropolitan Area has a tradition of trams that have defined urban mobility through the decades. We are honoured that the Stadler Tango Nordic has been selected to carry this legacy forward and help shape the future of public transport in this region.
Passengers can look forward to a comfortable, modern tram that meets the highest standards.
The trams feature lightweight construction, as well as a number of advanced systems for optimised driving. They will replace the current fleet of Valmet vehicles operating on the tram lines across the region.
Design was handled by Stadler in collaboration with Aivan, a Nordic design and innovation studio.
