📋 Tender Overview
More convenient seats, more modern design and the latest technology
First finished upgraded set in December 2025 on the south route
By the end of 2031, all 60 existing Railjets will receive an upgrade
(Vienna, April 29, 2025) - The OBB currently renew the existing sets of their most famous trains: the railjets. After more than 15 years on rails, the railjets of the existing fleet have reached half of their planned 30-year operational time. Now they are gradually modernized in the areas of technology and comfort in order to continue to offer passengers the maximum driving comfort in the future.
By the end of 2031, all 60 existing sets should be up-to-date and adapted to the quality standard of the Railjet of the new generation.
OBB CEO Andreas Mattha: The upgrade of our Railjets is an important step to modernize the existing fleet and adapt to the level of the new generation rail jets. The first up -to -date Railjet will celebrate its debut with the opening of the Koralbahn in December 2025.
That includes the railjet upgrade
In the course of the upgrade, the old seats of the existing rail jets in the first and second class are exchanged for new ones, which also renews seats in the business class. The modernization also includes footrests, handles and larger folding tables. The design of the interior adapts to the Look & Feel of the Railjet of the new generation and is characterized by a modern wood look and continuous backrests for more privacy. In addition, the trains are equipped with new floor coverings, an improved passenger information system and optimized stroller parking spaces. Due to the installation of a meal machine, travelers have a shorter way to supply themselves with hot and cold drinks as well as snacks quickly and easily.
In addition to advantages for the customers: Inside the OBB there are also some positive effects for staff on board: additional subjects and better equipment for the train staff should make everyday work on rail easier.
Completion and passenger insert
Until the timetable change in December 2025, the first set will be renewed and ready for your first use on the south route. As before, the vehicles will be used on the Railjet routes in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Hungary, Slovakia, the Czech Republic and Italy.
