Home HomeSwedenLivingWorld world_2_fill WorldBusiness BusinessSports sports-soccer SportsEntertainmentEntertain

"Historic Agreement" on West Swedish Trains

The multi-billion investment in a new railway between Gothenburg and Borås is a major step closer to becoming a reality. Despite the compromise increasing the costs by four to six billion kronor.

» Updated: 20 August 2024, 16:19

» Published: 19 June 2024

"Historic Agreement" on West Swedish Trains
Photo: Janerik Henriksson/TT

The multi-billion investment in a new railway between Gothenburg and Borås is a major step closer to becoming a reality.

Despite the compromise increasing costs by four to six billion kronor.

The state has previously earmarked 43.5 billion kronor for the project, which will provide a double-track railway between the two cities.

However, Härryda Municipality, where Landvetter Airport is located, has long been opposed to the proposed route.

Now, Governor Sten Tolgfors, who was tasked by the government to mediate the conflict, has found a compromise. After a meeting on Wednesday, the parties have finally agreed on the main points.

It's not an agreement, but a decision to build this railway, says Johan Trouvé, CEO of the West Swedish Chamber of Commerce.

There's a proposal that all parties can buy into. In August, they'll move forward with the final details and then have a complete agreement to submit to the government by the end of August at the latest.

Station in Mölnlycke

The new railway to and from Gothenburg will have stations in Mölndal, under Landvetter Airport, and in Borås.

Part of the solution will simultaneously involve a branch line, where a station in Mölnlycke, the main town in Härryda, will be connected to the main line in both westerly and easterly directions.

This will result in increased costs of between four and six billion kronor, which the parties will have to finance themselves.

This is one of the issues that needs to be resolved before an agreement can be finalised, according to Sten Tolgfors.

"Most important in a long time"

Johan Trouvé calls the decision a historic agreement and praises Sten Tolgfors for working out the solution.

It's probably one of the most important meetings that have taken place in the county residence since the house was built in the 17th century, says Johan Trouvé.

This will open up the entire region, so for the business community, this is the most important decision in a very long time.

Tags
TTT
By TTThis article has been altered and translated by Sweden Herald

More news

Deadly Synthetic Opioids Classified as Narcotics
2 MIN READ

Deadly Synthetic Opioids Classified as Narcotics

Dropped investigation against Jomshof for hate crime
1 MIN READ

Dropped investigation against Jomshof for hate crime

The Government Extends Border Control
1 MIN READ

The Government Extends Border Control

Suspicions of Terrorism Against Swedes to be Tried in Copenhagen
2 MIN READ

Suspicions of Terrorism Against Swedes to be Tried in Copenhagen

Two students stabbed at school in Hallsberg
2 MIN READ

Two students stabbed at school in Hallsberg

Unannounced visits, a new weapon against benefit fraud
2 MIN READ

Unannounced visits, a new weapon against benefit fraud

16-year-old convicted of murder plan in Denmark
2 MIN READ

16-year-old convicted of murder plan in Denmark

Social Democrats' demands on Kristersson: EU plan for Ukraine support
2 MIN READ

Social Democrats' demands on Kristersson: EU plan for Ukraine support

Suspects Released After School Operation
1 MIN READ

Suspects Released After School Operation

The Verdict: Cannabis in the Blood of Pastry Poisoning Victims
1 MIN READ

The Verdict: Cannabis in the Blood of Pastry Poisoning Victims

The Kumla hackers gained access to "almost everything"
2 MIN READ

The Kumla hackers gained access to "almost everything"

Criminal got job as social worker
1 MIN READ

Criminal got job as social worker

Woman dies after being hit by a car in Västerås
1 MIN READ

Woman dies after being hit by a car in Västerås

Voluntary for Municipalities to Employ Doctors
1 MIN READ

Voluntary for Municipalities to Employ Doctors

In Malmö, we commemorate Kristallnacht
1 MIN READ

In Malmö, we commemorate Kristallnacht

The gap is increasing – more women than men continue to study
1 MIN READ

The gap is increasing – more women than men continue to study

Man Shot at in Kista – Escaped Unharmed
1 MIN READ

Man Shot at in Kista – Escaped Unharmed

The Government is Reported for Lack of Climate Plan
1 MIN READ

The Government is Reported for Lack of Climate Plan

"Almost Certain" – 2024 the Warmest Year
2 MIN READ

"Almost Certain" – 2024 the Warmest Year

Stefan Löfven: This is how you talk to Trump
2 MIN READ

Stefan Löfven: This is how you talk to Trump