US EditionFirst Look: The New Night Trains for Trafikverket, Sweden, Made by Talgo
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A prototype of the new night trains that will run from Stockholm to Norrbotten was presented on Monday in the capital. But there has already been criticism about the length of the beds, among other things.
Svenska Dagbladet
AftonbladetNight trains may be making a comeback in Europe, according to train expert Mark Smith. But he is disappointed by Sweden's new giant purchase of ten locomotives and 91 carriages. "It will make passengers hesitant to take the night train," he says.
In Sweden, night trains will soon be retired after 40 to 60 years of faithful service on the rails.
First look: The new night trains for Trafikverket, Sweden, made by Talgo
advertisementOn April 20, 2026, Talgo from Spain released new details about the passenger trains it will supply to Sweden’s Trafikverket. This marks the third time the Spanish manufacturer has secured a state-owned European customer for its Talgo 230 platform. Unlike previous orders from DSB (Denmark) and Deutsche Bahn (Germany), however, the Swedish trains will also be deployed on night train services.For the first time, Talgo has also revealed
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