There are major disruptions to train services south of Stockholm on Thursday morning, and traffic is not expected to resume until Friday.
SwedenSweden's transport infrastructure is not adequately prepared for extreme weather, the Swedish Accident Investigation Board has concluded after an investigation. The board is criticizing the Swedish Transport Administration.
SwedenThe Strömsund Bridge will reopen to pedestrians and cyclists on Friday, according to the Swedish Transport Administration. Cars are expected to be allowed back on January 31.
SwedenThere are major problems with Stockholm’s commuter train service early Thursday morning. A track fault is causing extensive delays, and trains are not stopping at several important stations, SL reports.
SwedenHeavy snowfall can disrupt rail traffic. In a press release, the Swedish Transport Administration says it will strengthen winter preparedness for the railways.
SwedenThe autumn storm Boelo is moving into the country on Sunday and is expected to bring strong winds and rain. Train services are being cancelled in several parts of the country, including Skåne and Värmland.
SwedenThe Swedish Transport Administration is deploying an emergency ferry for priority groups such as emergency services personnel after the accident on the Strömsund Bridge in Jämtland.
SwedenIt has been a dark day on the roads, especially in western Sweden, where at least three fatal accidents have occurred. Police are now warning of slippery roads and urging road users to take it easy.
CrimeThe truck that drove onto Strömsund Bridge when it collapsed was not overloaded. The preliminary investigation will be closed, police say on their website.
CrimeThe Swedish Transport Administration warns of icy conditions across large parts of the country in the coming days.
SwedenRepairs to the Strömsund Bridge will take longer than the month originally stated. Emergency ferries are now on site, ready to help local residents.
SwedenTrain traffic in Norway came to a standstill after telecommunications operator Telenor experienced technical problems on Thursday afternoon, but by evening they were being resolved.
WorldHeavy rain is causing flooding and major problems along the Bohus coast. SMHI (Sweden's meteorological institute) has issued yellow warnings for rain and high water flows in several areas.
SwedenThe first section of the E4 Stockholm Bypass will open in two months, the Swedish Transport Administration (the national transport authority) has announced.
SwedenA young man died and several people were seriously injured when a public transport bus overturned on Highway 25 between Växjö and Alvesta. Around 40 people were on board.
SwedenThe Swedish Transport Administration believes construction should start sooner on several major infrastructure projects. The largest is the multibillion-krona investment in four tracks between Uppsala and Stockholm.
SwedenThe heavy transport that became too much for the Strömsund Bridge had an exemption to drive there. Now the E45 is completely closed after the newly renovated bridge was moved sideways and raised 40 centimeters.
SwedenThe surplus from the Öresund Bridge should be used to strengthen infrastructure in the surrounding area, believes Minister for Infrastructure Andreas Carlson (KD).
BusinessTomorrow, Norway's King Harald will be laid to rest. An influx of guests is causing traffic jams in Oslo.
WorldThe Green Party wants a new government to prioritize building continuous main lines for the railway in southern Sweden.
Swedish politicsTrain traffic between Södertälje and Nykvarn was stopped on Sunday morning due to a suspected accident, according to the Swedish Transport Administration.
SwedenA truck accident on the E20 between Mariestad and Götene during the night is expected to cause significant traffic disruption. The problem is not expected to be resolved until 12 noon on Friday, according to the Swedish Transport Administration.
SwedenThe state-owned mining company LKAB is allowed to acquire 275 hectares from the state to strengthen the conditions for mining operations, the government announces.
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