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VR will discontinue the Allegro-train service, starting from March 28th, 2022

VR will discontinue the Allegro train service until further notice, starting form March 28th, 2022

25. March 2022 News and current issues

VR Group expands its operations to Sweden – invests in climate-friendly commuter traffic

VR Group is acquiring the Swedish bus and rail company Arriva Sverige. Arriva Sverige operates in urban transport in Stockholm, and in regional transport in southern and southeastern Sweden. Thro...

24. March 2022 Press releases

VR Group's business review for January–December 2021 – Rail travel was focused on leisure travel, freight traffic volumes at a good level

VR Group's net sales developed positively during 2021, but the operating profit was still negative. The was in large part due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related restrictions, which had a large ...

18. March 2022 Press releases

VR Group's actions due to the Russian attack on Ukraine

The CEO of VR Group has sent a letter to the President of Russian Railways informing of the end of communication between the companies, excluding the necessary communication required for cross-bo...

1. March 2022 Press releases

VR Group's new diesel locomotive begins test runs in Finland – the low-emissions locomotive strengthens operational reliability in freight traffic

The first new Dr19 locomotive has arrived in Finland and is now starting extensive test runs. The tests ensure the functionality of the locomotive on the Finnish railway network. VR Group has ord...

2. February 2022 Press releases

VR Group and the Ministry of Transport and Communications to enter an agreement for purchasing rail transport services until 2030

The new agreement regarding rail transport services will guarantee the continuation of traffic on routes that are unprofitable under market conditions. The new contract consists of four entities:...

27. January 2022 Press releases

Laura Ansaharju appointed as VR Group’s Senior Vice President, HR

Laura Ansaharju (44), M.Sc., has been appointed VR Group's Senior Vice President, HR, and a member of the Group’s management team. She will take up her new role no later than 1 April 2022. Ansaha...

3. January 2022 Press releases News and current issues