Stadler to supply CITYLINK tram-trains to Aarhus Letbane
By Global Infrastructure Sherpa · Dec 2, 2025
Stadler has signed an agreement with Aarhus Letbane to supply eight CITYLINK tram-trains for the city of Aarhus, with an option for up to 12 additional vehicles and spare parts management.
Deal Analysis
Stadler's agreement with Aarhus Letbane to supply eight CITYLINK tram-trains, with an option for up to 12 additional vehicles and spare parts management, represents a strategic win for the Swiss manufacturer in the Danish market. This supply agreement reinforces Stadler's position as a key player in the regional transport vehicle and tram sector. For Aarhus Letbane, the acquisition of new tram-trains will likely enhance the capacity and efficiency of its light rail system, contributing to its goal of providing sustainable public transportation in the Aarhus region. The deal's potential expansion through the option for additional vehicles suggests a positive outlook for the future growth of Aarhus Letbane and its services.
While the financial details of the agreement remain undisclosed, the involvement of Stadler, a well-established rolling stock manufacturer, and Aarhus Letbane, a dedicated light rail operator, underscores the credibility and potential impact of this deal. The agreement highlights the ongoing investment in sustainable transportation infrastructure within Denmark. The market for light rail systems and tram-trains is driven by increasing urbanization and a growing emphasis on environmentally friendly transportation solutions, making this deal a relevant example of the trends shaping the sector.
- Stadler to supply CITYLINK tram-trains to Aarhus Letbane.
- Includes an option for up to 12 additional vehicles and spare parts management.
- Reinforces Stadler's position in the regional transport vehicle and tram sector.
- Aarhus Letbane aims to enhance capacity and efficiency of its light rail system.
Market Context: The light rail and tram-train market is driven by urbanization and a focus on sustainable transportation solutions.
Source Intelligence
KEY DETAILS
The contract includes an option for up to 12 additional vehicles, as well as spare parts management. "The contract awarded also contains an option for up to 12 additional vehicles and spare parts management."
The tram-trains will be manufactured at Stadler's Valencia facility in Spain. "Stadler will design and manufacture these tram-trains at its Valencia facility in Spain."
The new CITYLINK vehicles will feature onboard traction batteries. "The new CITYLINK vehicles will feature onboard traction batteries, enabling them to continue operating if overhead wires become iced over."
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Capacity
Each four-car CITYLINK tram-train will accommodate up to 324 passengers, including 152 seats, with 16 of those being foldable.
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Location
Stadler has signed an agreement with Danish tram-train operator Aarhus Letbane to supply eight CITYLINK tram-trains for the city of Aarhus.
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Signing
Stadler has signed an agreement with Danish tram-train operator Aarhus Letbane to supply eight CITYLINK tram-trains for the city of Aarhus.
PARTIES MENTIONED IN SOURCE
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Stadler
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"Stadler has signed an agreement with Danish tram-train operator Aarhus Letbane to supply eight CITYLINK tram-trains for the city of Aarhus."
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Aarhus Letbane
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"Stadler has signed an agreement with Danish tram-train operator Aarhus Letbane to supply eight CITYLINK tram-trains for the city of Aarhus."
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Enriched Feb 19, 2026
Market Context
This deal is part of the Transport sector in Denmark.
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