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Solaris has signed three contracts with Scandinavian operator Nobina to supply 103 Urbino 15 LE low-entry electric buses for deployment across Sweden in 2027, according to a Solaris press note. The vehicles will serve Stockholm (50 units), Skåne (49 units) and Göteborg (4 units). Solaris has delivered 201 electric buses to Nobina since 2024, with total deliveries for 2026 and 2027 expected to exceed 320 units.

Why it matters: The contracts extend a major fleet electrification partnership in Sweden and signal sustained procurement volume for Solaris in the Nordic public transport market. Operators and suppliers tracking repeat business and regional rollout patterns will note the scale and geographic spread of the deployment.

Nobina has been awarded contracts to operate 69 buses in Helsinki, with the majority of the fleet being electric vehicles. The contracts were announced via Sustainable Bus, marking a significant procurement win for the Swedish transport operator in the Finnish capital. Specific figures on the electric to diesel split and contract duration were not disclosed in the available excerpt.

Why it matters: This award signals continued electrification momentum in Helsinki's public transport network and creates charging infrastructure opportunities for CPOs serving depot operations. The scale of the deployment, with most of the 69 buses being electric, represents a substantial charging installation project for the winning infrastructure provider.

Nobina has been awarded four city bus contracts by HSL, the Helsinki regional transport authority, covering 69 scheduled buses in the Helsinki metropolitan area. The majority of the fleet will be fully electric vehicles, with traffic on three contracts starting in August 2027. Three larger contracts run for seven years with an optional three year extension, while a fourth contract covers six vehicles for two years with a two year extension option. The award decision may be appealed until 7 April 2026.

Why it matters: The deal signals continued electrification of Helsinki's public transport fleet and extends Nobina's regional footprint, creating potential charging infrastructure requirements for up to 69 buses across multiple depot sites from mid 2027. Contractors and charge point operators should monitor the appeal window and subsequent fleet deployment plans for procurement opportunities.