Railways
Trafikverket's plan: railways fixed in 25 years
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Trafikverket has unveiled a new long-term plan for railway maintenance, aiming for the entire network to be in good condition in 25 years. Only one tenth of the maintenance backlog is expected to be cleared by 2037, sparking concerns in regions like Västernorrland. The plan impacts lines such as Inlandsbanan with reduced funding and potential closures.
Regions unite on investments in strained railway
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Swedish regions are uniting to influence Trafikverket's multi-billion decision on railways. Previous investment decisions may be reviewed due to budget challenges. Trafikverket plans to spend a record sum on infrastructure in 2025.
Ethiopia positions railway upgrades as economic driver
The National Railway Business Summit convened in Addis Ababa on October 21, 2025, to advance Ethiopia's railway modernization efforts. Officials and experts discussed expansion, financing, and technology to boost national development and regional links. The event highlighted ongoing projects and historical railway contributions to trade.
Ethiopian Railways Corporation to launch major investment strategy with partners
The Ethiopian Railways Corporation (ERC) is finalizing a comprehensive investment strategy partnering with private and foreign investors for real estate and infrastructure projects. This represents a shift to a more commercial and partnership-driven model. The flagship project involves redeveloping its headquarters on the Lagar site in Addis Ababa.