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Teleste subsidiary to supply real-time passenger information displays to Swarco, Sweden

Teleste subsidiary Mitron, Finland, which manufactures passenger information systems, has signed a framework agreement with Swarco Sweden to supply passenger display equipment for the Swedish Transport Administration. The agreement is valued at around US$2.6 million (€2 million) and covers the delivery of RGB-LED real-time passenger information displays for Swedish train stations. The display equipment is designed to be used in demanding weather conditions. The agreement is a continuation of the long
October 14, 2016 Read time: 1 min
Teleste subsidiary Mitron, Finland, which manufactures passenger information systems, has signed a framework agreement with 129 Swarco Sweden to supply passenger display equipment for the 746 Swedish Transport Administration.

The agreement is valued at around US$2.6 million (€2 million) and covers the delivery of RGB-LED real-time passenger information displays for Swedish train stations. The display equipment is designed to be used in demanding weather conditions.

The agreement is a continuation of the long term co-operation between Mitron and Swarco and includes an option to extend it for up to four years.

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