AFRY Secures Major Swedish Rail Contract

AFRY has been commissioned by the Swedish Transport Administration to design track and catenary upgrades on the Western Main Line, one of Sweden’s most heavily used rail routes linking Stockholm and Gothenburg. The assignment covers the section between Katrineholm and Hallsberg, including track renewal works and modernization of the catenary system, with the goal of increasing capacity and reliability for both freight and passenger services.

The company’s scope includes design and documentation across all project stages, from tender preparation to construction design and regulatory management. Work will proceed in several phases through to 2032, with design deliveries planned for 2027–2028. The contract value is estimated at between 50 and 100 million SEK.

“We are proud to contribute to future-proofing the Western Main Line. By increasing capacity on one of the busiest sections of the Swedish rail network, we contribute to more reliable transport for both passengers and freight,” said Folke Sandberg, Head of Road & Rail Sweden at AFRY.

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