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Train Service Halted Between Örnsköldsvik and Umeå Due to Flood Risk
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Train Service Halted Between Örnsköldsvik and Umeå Due to Flood Risk

High water flows mean that there is a stop in train traffic between Örnsköldsvik and Umeå, announces the Swedish Transport Administration.
Train Delays Between Gothenburg and Stockholm Due to Lerum Track Work
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Train Delays Between Gothenburg and Stockholm Due to Lerum Track Work

Stockholm Road Tunnel Agreement Reached Amid Subway Funding Debate
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Stockholm Road Tunnel Agreement Reached Amid Subway Funding Debate

Government, region and affected municipalities have agreed on a statement of intent for the disputed road project Östlig förbindelse, with an estimated cost of 34 billion kronor. The government has taken the subway as a hostage, says Åsa Lindhagen (Green party), councilor in Stockholm city
Man Dies in E4 Traffic Accident Near Arlanda Airport
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Man Dies in E4 Traffic Accident Near Arlanda Airport

A man in his 75-year-old age has died in a traffic accident on E4 near Arlanda airport, according to the police.
Traffic Accidents a Leading Cause of Death During Work Hours
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Traffic Accidents a Leading Cause of Death During Work Hours

65 people were killed in workplace-related traffic accidents in 2024. This is shown by new statistics from among others the Swedish Transport Administration
Green Party Opposes Lowering Age of Criminal Responsibility
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Green Party Opposes Lowering Age of Criminal Responsibility

Green party does not intend to accept a lowered age of criminal responsibility, says spokesperson Daniel Helldén. We must not lock children up in prisons
Ice Storm Causes Multiple Accidents in Västra Götaland; Three Hospitalized
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Ice Storm Causes Multiple Accidents in Västra Götaland; Three Hospitalized

The Transport Administration warns of black ice in the entire Västra Götaland county and several accidents have occurred during the morning.
Internal Report Reveals Railway Maintenance Promise Unfulfilled
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Internal Report Reveals Railway Maintenance Promise Unfulfilled

SJ to End Night Train Services to Berlin by August 2026
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SJ to End Night Train Services to Berlin by August 2026

Woman Seriously Injured in E6 Collision Near Uddevalla
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Woman Seriously Injured in E6 Collision Near Uddevalla

A woman in her 45s has been seriously injured since the car she was traveling in was driven into from behind by a truck on E6. The truck driver is suspected of a crime
Västlänken Construction at Korsvägen Resumes with New Contractors
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Västlänken Construction at Korsvägen Resumes with New Contractors

The work on the Västlänken stage at Korsvägen is resumed – after the Swedish Transport Administration has now reached an agreement with two new contractors, reports Göteborgs-Posten.
Truck Stuck in Stockholm Tunnel Causes Major Traffic Disruption
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Truck Stuck in Stockholm Tunnel Causes Major Traffic Disruption

Storm Amy Brings Heavy Rain and Disruptions Across Sweden
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Storm Amy Brings Heavy Rain and Disruptions Across Sweden

The storm Amy has arrived with full force over Sweden. The bad weather has led to fallen trees, power outages and flight delays
Storm Amy Brings Strong Winds and Canceled Trains in Sweden
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Storm Amy Brings Strong Winds and Canceled Trains in Sweden

SMHI issues orange warning for strong winds with storm gusts on the west coast and the Skåne south coast during Saturday. Already now, cancelled trains and ferries are being planned
Swedish Transport Infrastructure Plan: Key Projects and Cancellations
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Swedish Transport Infrastructure Plan: Key Projects and Cancellations

The Swedish Transport Administration's proposal regarding the transport infrastructure contains nearly 1 200 billion kronor. Here are some of the points that are included – and the projects that are being scrapped
Railway Investment Criticized as 25-Year Plan Falls Short
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Railway Investment Criticized as 25-Year Plan Falls Short

Within 25 years, they will be caught up with the maintenance of the country's railways, promises the Transport Administration. That it will be paid off by 2050 is a bit of wishful thinking
Swedish Railways to Take 25 Years for Full Maintenance, Says Transport Administration
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Swedish Railways to Take 25 Years for Full Maintenance, Says Transport Administration

It will take 25 years to keep up with the maintenance of the country's railways. This is stated by the Swedish Transport Administration in a "historically large investment" in Swedish infrastructure
Transport Administration Plans Record Investment in Roads and Railways
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Transport Administration Plans Record Investment in Roads and Railways

The Government has allocated a record large sum for investments in roads and railways. According to the Transport Administration, the right investments can benefit both commuters and defense
Kiruna Demands State Action Before Expanded Relocation Due to Mining
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Kiruna Demands State Action Before Expanded Relocation Due to Mining

”The limit for what a small municipality can be burdened with has already been exceeded”, writes Kiruna municipal council and directs a long list of demands towards the state and LKAB ahead of the expanded relocation. The focus is on land availability
Öresund Bridge Train Service Resumes After Suspected Accident
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Öresund Bridge Train Service Resumes After Suspected Accident

Ådalsbanan Line Reopens Ahead of Schedule
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Ådalsbanan Line Reopens Ahead of Schedule

Food and Medicine Prioritized as Swedish Railways Reopen After Floods
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Food and Medicine Prioritized as Swedish Railways Reopen After Floods

It will be tough prioritizations when the train traffic on the Main Line and Ådalsbanan in Västernorrland can start being released again. It is about ensuring socially critical transports
Stenungsund Faces 570 Million Kronor Bill for Landslide Repairs
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Stenungsund Faces 570 Million Kronor Bill for Landslide Repairs

The cost of rebuilding E6 in Stenungsund after the landslide nearly two years ago is expected to amount to 570 million kronor – a sum that the Swedish Transport Administration demands the municipality to cover, writes ST-tidningen.
Swedish Transport Administration Ends West Link Contract with WLC
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Swedish Transport Administration Ends West Link Contract with WLC

The stage has been both delayed and much more expensive. Now Trafikverket is terminating the contract with WLC, one of the contractors behind the West Link in Gothenburg
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