Road-rail vehicle expertise since 1976
Goldschmidt Sweden AB, located in Osby, Sweden, is a leading provider of road-rail vehicles for railway infrastructure applications.
Goldschmidt Sweden has been developing, engineering, and manufacturing road-rail vehicles for maintenance, construction, and inspection of rail infrastructure since 1976. Its portfolio includes vehicles for overhead line, tunnel and bridge inspection as well as crane and welding vehicles, and other customised solutions designed for efficient and reliable work on your railway infrastructure.
All core activities from design and development, engineering and production, to sales, service, and training are centralised at the Osby site.
The company's expertise is further demonstrated by the EBA approval of its LRB®26 road-rail vehicle for operation on the German rail network, reinforcing Goldschmidt Sweden's capability to deliver vehicles that meet demanding international regulatory requirements.
Our core competencies
Milestones
Goldschmidt Sweden traces its origins back to 1887, when Martin Sjölander founded a blacksmith workshop in Omaha, Nebraska, USA, producing, among other products, prairie wagons. In the late 1890s, he returned to Sweden and established a blacksmith shop in Osby, laying the foundation for the company’s long-standing engineering tradition.
The company entered the railway sector in the mid-1950s with the development of its first rail-related machines. In the late 1960s, it introduced its first lift access platforms, followed in the early 1970s by the development of the world’s first access platform specifically designed for overhead contact line work, marking a significant advancement in railway electrification maintenance.
In 1974, the company developed its first road-rail vehicle based on a bus chassis, and in 1976 introduced the first hydrostatic road-rail vehicle with a turnable bogie, establishing its position as a pioneer in this segment.
During the mid-1970s, a strategic collaboration began between AB Sjölanders and Swedish Rail System (SRS), which ultimately led to the merger of the two companies in 2005, forming SRS Sjölanders AB.
The company became part of the Goldschmidt Group in 2016, strengthening its international presence and expanding its technological capabilities in railway infrastructure solutions.
In recent years, the Osby facility has been expanded to approximately 5,000 m² to support growing production volumes while maintaining high standards in quality and sustainability. Since 1976, more than 500 road-rail vehicles have been delivered to state-owned and private railway organisations worldwide.
In 2026, Goldschmidt Sweden received EBA approval from the German Federal Railway Authority for its LRB®26 road-rail vehicle, marking an important milestone in the company's international expansion and demonstrating compliance with one of Europe's most demanding railway approval frameworks.
Learn more about the history of Goldschmidt.
Social Responsibility
Goldschmidt Sweden is committed to responsible corporate citizenship and actively contributes to the local community in Osby. The company supports initiatives that promote safety, education, and social engagement, with a focus on creating long-term value for society.
In cooperation with the Municipality of Osby, Goldschmidt Sweden provides students from compulsory and secondary schools with internship opportunities, offering early insight into technical professions and industrial working environments. The company also welcomes university students for internships and project-based collaboration, supporting the development of future engineering and technical talent.
Goldschmidt Sweden further engages in selected sponsorships that align with its commitment to safety and community development. These include initiatives promoting visibility and safety in traffic, educational programs focused on children and road safety, and local sports clubs that encourage physical activity and social cohesion.
Through these activities, Goldschmidt Sweden contributes to safer environments, skills development, and a strong local community.
