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    Nobina secures multiple new contracts for rail replacement services in Helsinki

    Through six new agreements with HSL, Nobina has been awarded the responsibility to operate the majority of rail replacement services for commuter traffic between Espoo and Helsinki. The first contract will begin in spring 2025, followed by three additional contracts starting in the summer, and two more in the fall of the same year. Each contract runs for one month while track maintenance is underway.Nobina is an established provider of both planned and unplanned rail replacement services across the Nordics. With own resources and a vast network of subcontractors covering a wide geographical

    Nobina awarded new contract for bus operations in Malmö

    Skånetrafiken has awarded Nobina the contract to continue operating and developing bus services across Malmö. As always, sustainability, safety, and excellent customer service are at the heart of Nobina’s work.To support sustainable travel, nearly all 286 buses in the fleet will be electric, with only ten biogas buses transitioned from the current operations. This is the largest dedicated city bus procurement in Sweden!  The agreement includes two newly built depots, located at Sturkögatan and Lockarp, which will be ready for use when the contract begins in June 2027. The contract will

    Nobina wins comprehensive contract for rail replacement traffic in Skåne

    Skånetrafiken has renewed and expanded its trust in Nobina for both planned and emergency rail replacement traffic. Nobina has previously been responsible for parts of the system for Öresundståg and the planned traffic for Pågatågen. Under the new contract, Nobina takes full responsibility for all replacement traffic for both train systems.The agreement marks an important milestone for Nobina and strengthens its focus on rail replacement traffic. By utilizing its real-time platform for replacement traffic, a vast network of subcontractors, and its own resources, Nobina offers a flexible and

    Nobina awarded renewed contract for bus services between Boden and Luleå

    Länstrafiken Norrbotten has awarded Nobina a renewed contract to operate the core bus services between Boden and Luleå. The contract involves 12 new buses and will start at the beginning of 2026, extending for 10 years.Since 2022, the traffic has been operated by Nobina under various short-term contracts. The traffic consists of three routes: 28, 29, and 30, which primarily focus on work and study commuting. Key destinations include Sunderby Hospital and Luleå University of Technology.  The 12 new modern buses will provide increased comfort for passengers and will feature Wi-Fi and USB

    Nobina’s safety work recognized at the Nordic region’s largest public transport fair

    Safety First is more than just words and visions at Nobina – it’s an integral part of daily operations in public transport, both a cultural journey and a way of working. At Persontrafik, the Nordic region’s largest public transport fair and meeting place for the industry, Nobina was awarded the Golden Belt for its efforts to increase seatbelt usage in bus transport.Taking the bus is already the safest way to travel on our roads, and Sweden is at the forefront internationally. This work begins with technology, vehicles, service, and maintenance, extending to safe driving, risk analysis,

    Nobina wins tender for Route 321, double-decker service between Gothenburg and Stenungsund

    Nobina will start operating Route 321 for Västtrafik under a ten-year agreement beginning in June 2026. The service will be operated with 17 brand-new double-decker buses.Currently known as Stenungsundsexpressen, the line will be renamed Route 321 as part of the procurement process. Route 321 is an essential commuting route between Gothenburg and Stenungsund but also provides local travel opportunities between Nösnäs and Kungälv. To enhance passenger comfort, the new service will feature 17 modern double-decker buses, specially procured for the launch. “We are very pleased that

    Nobina wins contract for Umeå urban area, all routes to feature electric buses

    Nobina will begin operating traffic in Umeå in June 2026. This follows the decision by Länstrafiken Västerbotten, which awarded the contract on Wednesday. The agreement includes 75 electric buses across six routes and extends over 12 years, until June 2038.With this award, Nobina returns to operate the Umeå urban area, also known as ULTRA traffic. A key requirement of the contract is for the service to be entirely powered by electric buses, meaning the entire Umeå urban area will benefit from fully electrified bus traffic. The fleet will consist of 75 buses, with about 50 new buses set to

    Karine Nordseth appointed new Managing Director in Nobina Norway

    Karine Nordseth has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Nobina Norway and member of Nobina’s Group Management. Karine, who has been serving as interim Managing Director, brings eight years of experience in various strategic roles at Nobina.Throughout her time at Nobina, Karine has held several key leadership roles, including Head of Tender, Marketing Director, and most recently Vice President of Nobina Norway. “After a comprehensive recruitment process, I am pleased to confirm Karine’s transition from interim to permanent Managing Director of Nobina Norway. Her vast experience

    Topi Simola appointed new Managing Director of Nobina Finland

    Topi Simola has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Nobina Finland and a member of Nobina's Group Management. He comes from VR Group, where he held the position of Senior Vice President of City Traffic, and will assume the role as Managing Director of Nobina Finland on August 26. At the same time, current Managing Director Petri Auno will assume a new role within Nobina as COO with group-wide responsibilities including Procurement, Safety and Security, as well as implementation of group-wide working methods.Topi has extensive experience in the public transport industry and

    Nobina wins bus-for-rail services tender for the Copenhagen metro

    Nobina has worked closely for many years with Metro Service and today has operational responsibility for the “metro bus.” Rigorous demands were made in the new tender for response time as well as traffic planning, traffic management and real-time information for both planned metro closures and emergency events.The new contract will extend from June 2024 until September 2027 with an option for two additional years, moving from operational responsibility for buses to an end-to-end solution for bus-for-rail services with high demands placed on IT solutions that enable real-time information for

    New contract – Nobina receives renewed agreement with Region Stockholm

    Through a new contract, Nobina receives renewed commitment from Region Stockholm to operate and develop traffic in Haninge and Nynäshamn. The contract also represents a major step towards SL's goal of net zero emissions, with the majority of the buses set to be electric.The traffic consists of almost fifty routes that enable travelers to commute between home and important transport nodes in southern and central Stockholm, every day. The new agreement has a clear focus on sustainability where all traffic continues to be fossil-free while about 135 new electric buses start operating Haninge

    Nobina first in the Nordic region to have climate targets approved by SBTi

    Nobina and the public transport are in many ways part of the solution to several of society's challenges – from climate change to mobility in society. Nobina is now taking further steps in its sustainability work by joining the Science Based Targets initiative, SBTi. As a result, Nobina will be the first Nordic public transport company in the bus market to have its targets approved by the SBTi.The Nobina Group, with operations in Sweden, Finland, Norway and Denmark, has committed to reducing its emissions from fuel consumption by 50 percent per passenger kilometer, Well-to-Wheel, by 2030

    Jenny Karlsson becomes Nobina's new Head of Sustainability

    Nobina is recruiting Jenny Karlsson to the role of Head of Sustainability with a focus on driving and developing sustainability efforts throughout the Group. Jenny replaces Sustainability Manager Helena Nisser and will play a key role as Nobina takes the next step in sustainability. Jenny assumed her position on March 25.Jenny brings extensive experience from leading roles in both production and sustainability. Most recently, she comes from the role of CSR and Sustainability Manager Nordics at Alstom.  "First and foremost, I would like to welcome Jenny to Nobina. Her leadership and

    Investment in sustainability leads to 80-percent reduction in emissions

    In close cooperation with HSL (Helsinki Regional Transport), Nobina is transitioning to a new type of fuel, replacing three million litres of diesel with biofuel. In a comparison between traditional diesel and biodiesel, this transition will yield an 80-percent reduction in total carbon dioxide emissions in Helsinki in one year alone.The total reduction in carbon dioxide emissions is equivalent to travelling 51 times by car between Nuorgam, the northernmost point of Finland, to Tulludden, the southernmost point of the country. The transition is a step towards Nobina’s target of delivering

    Thomas Nohre appointed new Managing Director of Nobina Care

    Thomas Nohre has been appointed new Managing Director of Nobina Care and member of Nobina’s Group management. His most recent position was as Chief Business Officer at a company active in Sweden’s emergency response.“I am very pleased to announce that Thomas Nohre has been appointed new Managing Director of Nobina Care. Thomas is a leader who in earlier positions has proven himself highly proficient at operating and developing businesses where quality and security are of the utmost importance. His strong operational and strategic experience make Thomas the right person to move both the

    Nobina awarded renewed contracts by Västtrafik

    Västtrafik has chosen to renew its collaboration with Nobina through two new contracts for both city transport and rural traffic services in Skaraborg, Sweden. The agreements extend for ten years from the start of the contracts in June 2025.The two contracts comprise a total of approximately 165 scheduled buses with extensive city and regional transport services throughout Skaraborg. The service also includes scheduled school bus traffic. All of the city transport will operate on electrical or renewable energy, which reflects our focus on travellers and ambition to always offer safe and

    Nobina expands in Finland with new agreement in Oulu

    Under a new agreement commencing on 3 June 2024, Nobina has been awarded a contract by Oulu Regional Transport to operate and develop city transport in Oulu, Finland. The contract extends for eight years with an optional extension period of two years.The new contract entails that Nobina will continue to expand its operations in Finland, which currently comprise services in Helsinki and Turku. In total, the new contract will encompass 34 scheduled electric buses, an investment in sustainability that will lead to reduced emissions and a quieter traffic environment. “I am very pleased that

    Tonje Wikstrøm Frislid appointed new Managing Director of Nobina Norway

    Tonje Wikstrøm Frislid has been appointed new Managing Director of Nobina Norway and member of Nobina’s Group management. Her most recent position was as CEO of the Norwegian airline Flyr.Tonje has extensive experience in the airline industry from several senior positions. She also has experience from the public transport sector and held the role of Chief Operating Officer at a competitor to Nobina. “I am very happy to announce that we have appointed Tonje as new Managing Director of Nobina Norway, where she will replace Jan Volsdal. Tonje has all of the qualities we are looking for and

    Nobina wins new contract with Föli in Finland

    Nobina has been awarded a new contract by Föli to operate and develop city transport services in Turku. All services will be operated by electric buses from the start of the contract in July 2024. This represents a clear commitment to sustainability.The contract is for a total of 17 scheduled electric buses and runs for eight years, with an option for two additional years. By offering sustainable travel as a solution for people’s daily lives, Nobina and Föli are working together to help the city of Turku reach its ambitious goal to become carbon neutral and offer expanded public transport.

    Bram Lauwers appointed Managing Director of Nobina Denmark

    Bram Lauwers has been appointed Managing Director of Nobina Denmark and member of Nobina’s Group management. Until now, Bram has had a dual role as Business Area Director for Nobina’s operations in southern Sweden and Denmark, and fully assumed the role as Managing Director on 1 March.Bram Lauwers, with 22 years at Nobina and most recently as Business Area Director of Nobina Sweden with a dual role as Business Area Director for Nobina in Skåne, Halland and Denmark, will utilise his key strategic and operational expertise of public transport and Nobina in his new position as Managing

    Nobina wins new contract in Värmland

    Region Värmland has chosen to expand its collaboration with Nobina through a new contract for city transport in urban areas of Karlstad.The new contract starts in July 2025 and will extend over two years and six months and subsequently synchronise with other traffic contracts in the county, all of which will be renewed in 2027. The contract comprises a total of 60 scheduled vehicles as well as three vehicles that will strengthen services during the times of the day when most people travel. Most of the vehicles are multi-axle buses, together with four electric articulated buses on the

    Patrik Sjölund appointed new CFO of Nobina

    Nobina has appointed Patrik Sjölund as new CFO of Nobina AB. Patrik took over as CFO as part of an interim solution in November 2022 and will formally assume the role as permanent CFO on 6 February.Patrik will remain as a member of Group management and report to the President and CEO Henrik Dagnäs. He has a bachelor’s degree in economics and business administration from the University of Gävle and previous experience as CFO from a number of sectors, such as manufacturing and industry, installation, telecom, oil and transportation, with an emphasis on international roles and complex

    Henrik Dagnäs to become new CEO of Nobina

    The Nobina Board has appointed Henrik Dagnäs as new President and CEO of Nobina AB. He will replace Magnus Rosén, who will continue serving as a non-executive Board member of Nobina.During his 16 years with Nobina, Henrik Dagnäs has held several roles and most recently served as COO and Deputy CEO of Nobina. Henrik has also previously worked as Managing Director of Nobina Sweden and will bring important operational and strategic expertise to the new role to continue developing the company and the market. Nobina currently operates in a Nordic market with opportunities emerging from the

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