Kontrakt for Haga-Otterhällan tunnel

Veidekke has been awarded the contract by Trafikverket for the construction of the Haga-Otterhällan section of the Västlänken railway connection, a crucial infrastructure project in central Gothenburg. The contract, valued at 430 million Swedish kronor excluding VAT, involves the construction of a 500-meter double-tracked tunnel and two service tunnels in rock, spanning from Rosenlundsplatsen to the Harbor Canal (Havnekanalen). This project is part of an ongoing effort to enhance railway capacity and regularity in the region.

Västlänken: 8 km jernbane

The Västlänken project is an extensive railway initiative aimed at facilitating commuter and regional trains with a total length of eight kilometers, of which six kilometers will run underground through central Gothenburg. The goal of Västlänken is to increase railway capacity and regularity, reduce travel time, and expand the commuter base. This will be achieved by constructing three new stations, which will serve to significantly improve the connectivity and efficiency of the regional train network.

Bygges ferdig vår 2029

The construction project, which is a performance-based contract with ongoing billing, began in 2023 and is expected to be completed by spring 2029. The project is included in Veidekke's order reserve for the third quarter of 2024. The tunneling work will involve navigating an array of underground structures including the Götatunnel, garages, and shelters, adding to the complexity and risks associated with the project.

Betydelige transportforbedringer

In summary, the Haga-Otterhällan Tunnel Project in Västlänken represents a significant investment in infrastructure that promises to deliver substantial benefits in terms of increased capacity, reduced travel times, and enhanced regularity for commuter and regional trains. The project underscores a commitment to developing modern, efficient public transportation infrastructure, thus positively impacting the city's transit system and, ultimately, the quality of life for its residents.