The Norwegian Railway Directorate has released three strategic studies assessing the future role of rail in meeting passenger, freight and public transport demand through 2050.
The units were handed over on 8 April 2026 and have already entered service, enabling the retirement of five legacy locomotives with an average age of 40 years.
The agreement extends a partnership of more than two decades and supports growing production at Halewood, where Jaguar Land Rover is investing in facilities for next-generation electric vehicles.
The delivery expands Kraftdragarna’s capacity for complex infrastructure logistics, supporting the movement of oversized and high-mass components across Sweden’s rail network.
The site, officially opened at the beginning of April 2026, is expected to create more than 500 jobs by 2028 and support growing demand for passenger rail equipment in the United States.