Go-Ahead Nordic
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| Industry | Rail transport |
|---|---|
| Founded | 19 May 2016 |
| Defunct | 2027 |
| Headquarters | , Norway |
| Parent | Go-Ahead Group |
| Website | go-aheadnordic |
Go-Ahead Nordic is a railway operator in Norway that commenced operations in December 2019. It is a subsidiary of the Go-Ahead Group.
History
[edit]In October 2018, Go-Ahead Nordic was awarded an eight-year contract by the Norwegian Railway Directorate to operate the Oslo South package, consisting of three routes operated by Vy beating off competition from SJ Norge and Vy with operations commencing on 15 December 2019.[1][2][3] When next tendered, the contract was awarded to Vy who will takeover in 2027.[4]
Services
[edit]Go-Ahead Nordic operates services on the Arendal, Jæren and Sørlandet lines.[5]
Rolling stock
[edit]Go-Ahead Nordic operates 20 electric multiple units; two Class 69s, 11 Class 72s and seven Class 73s. It also operates three El 18 electric locomotives and 14 B7 carriages. All are leased from Norske Tog.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ Go-Ahead wins first rail contract to be awarded in Norway Go-Ahead Group 17 October 2018
- ^ Go-Ahead Nordic signs historic contract in Norway International Railway Journal 2 November 2018
- ^ Go-Ahead Nordic wins Sorlandsbanen passenger franchise Today's Railways Europe issue 276 December 2018
- ^ Go-Ahead contracts to switch to Vy Modern Railways issue 915 December 2024 page 83
- ^ Go-Ahead wins Norway's first rail tender Railway Gazette International 17 October 2018
- ^ Go-Ahead Wins Tender Modern Railways issue 843 December 2018 page 80