The industry for the railway system of the future

On November 26, the railway industry, politicians and business came together in Stockholm for Railway Day 2025. The day's themes revolved around how collaboration, innovation and digitalization can solve the industry's major challenges – from maintenance debt and capacity shortages to system changes such as ERTMS. Start with clear messages Monica Lingegård, chairwoman of Tågföretagen, and Björn Asplund, chairwoman of Swedtrain, began with a clear […]

On November 26th, Järnvägsdagen takes place. We met Oxyfi AB, a partner for the day, and took the opportunity to ask a few questions. Hello, Håkan Larsson, CEO, Oxyfi AB. Järnvägsdagen brings together industry players to discuss the future – what makes you want to be part of that particular conversation? – It’s […]

Segula Technologies is a global engineering and technology consultancy with operations in over 30 countries and approximately 16,000 employees. In the railway sector, Segula offers expertise and services throughout the entire life cycle — from concept and design to testing, development and maintenance, including signaling systems, vehicles (rolling stock) and infrastructure. We asked Hugo Gejervall, Business […]

Yesterday, Swedtrain gathered for its autumn meeting! We started the day with lunch and a formal meeting where the business plan, budget and membership fees for 2026 were established. After that, we had the opportunity to get to know our new member companies and take part in two highly topical lectures. Patrik Sandgren from Teknikföretagen gave an eye-opening presentation on cybersecurity – why attacks happen, what risks […]

Aros Industripartner AB is a Swedish supplier of technical components and systems to the railway and track traffic industry, based in Västerås. They develop and manufacture transition bellows, coupler guards and other components in rubber, plastic, polyurethane and aluminium for trains, trams and metros. We asked Mattias Svanegård, CEO, a few questions. Tell us about your company! – Aros Industripartner […]

Tracon Group AB offers consultants in the areas of rail vehicles, aerospace and Industry & Automation. With a focus on innovation, quality and reliability, they strive to be a trusted partner to promote technology and shape the future of technological development. We asked Marko Nikolic, COO/Development, a few questions. What issues are you particularly passionate about at your company? […]

On November 26th, the Railway Day takes place. We met with Infranord, a partner for the day, and took the opportunity to ask a few questions. Hello Stefan Gustavsson, President and CEO of Infranord. The Railway Day brings together industry players to discuss the future – what makes you want to be part of that particular conversation? – The railway industry needs […]

On November 26th, the Railway Day takes place. We met with WSP Sverige AB, a partner for the day, and took the opportunity to ask a few questions. Hello Magnus Hedin, Sub-sector Lead within Rail Advisory, WSP Sverige. The Railway Day brings together industry players to discuss the future – what makes you want to be a part of […]

This statement was submitted in response to the European Commission's Call for Evidence under the Digital Omnibus initiative. Swedtrain urges the EU to recognize the specific challenges the railway industry faces in implementing the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). While the regulation aims to strengthen cybersecurity for products with digital elements – a goal we fully [...]

Swedtrain views positively the Swedish Transport Administration's proposal for a national plan for transport infrastructure 2026–2037, with an investment framework of SEK 1,171 billion. The plan contains several important steps forward for the railways, but also areas where the level of ambition needs to be raised. Swedtrain would like to highlight the following points in particular: Repaying maintenance debt by the target year 2050 requires resources The fact that the Swedish Transport Administration is specifying a […]