voestalpine Railway Systems has been pivotal in advancing Finland's urban transit infrastructure, delivering approximately 3,000 tons of high-quality grooved rails for three major streetcar projects. This effort highlights not only our technical expertise but also our commitment to sustainability and seamless collaboration.
Finland’s capital is undergoing a transformative journey to become carbon-neutral by 2030. A cornerstone of this vision is the rapid development of public transportation, with streetcar projects taking center stage. Through its subsidiary, Rail Technology, voestalpine Railway Systems partnered with a local representative to secure multiple contracts, reflecting our dedication to superior product quality, cross-functional collaboration, and outstanding customer support.
Between late 2020 and mid-2024, our team supplied roughly 3,000 tons of grooved rails, partly pre-bent to exacting tolerances, for:
Achieving these results required meticulous planning and execution. Tight profile tolerances and partly custom-bent rails demanded innovative solutions and flawless teamwork across rolling mills, technical departments, and adjustment facilities.
René Pernsteiner, Head of Rolling Technology, emphasized the importance of precision:
To achieve the demanding foot-to-gauge offset—just one-third of the standard tolerance—seamless cooperation across all production steps was essential.
The project benefited from close collaboration across teams, ensuring smooth production, adjustment, and logistics processes. As Ganna Barukhovych, a key team member, noted:
Thanks to tight coordination between all departments, we overcame every challenge.
Urban construction projects often have limited storage space, making just-in-time delivery crucial.
This meticulous approach ensured timely delivery, enabling construction teams to stay on schedule.
These projects not only mark significant achievements but also position voestalpine Railway Systems as a trusted partner for Finland’s growing transit infrastructure. As Mario Pfeilstöcker concluded:
With these successfully completed projects, we’ve established an excellent foundation for future opportunities in the years to come.
By combining cutting-edge technology, expert collaboration, and sustainable practices, voestalpine Railway Systems is proud to support Finland's journey toward a greener future.