Category Archives: Railways

Major challenges for international freight transport during the pandemic

Posted on December 20, 2022 by nradmin
Reduced capacity, major delays and cost increases for international freight transport, but little change in transport volumes related to Norwegian foreign trade. This is the main findings in one of two new TØI reports which examines how the Corona pandemic affected freight transport in Norway...

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Norwegian railways are worn out and have burst capacity

Posted on July 1, 2022 by nradmin
Norwegian railway infrastructure is in an insufficient condition, capacity in Eastern Norway is limited and delays are due to infrastructural conditions. The railway sector also lacks an actor who takes care of the overall responsibility for the railway, in conjunction with other modes of...

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VTI train simulator on tour

Posted on June 20, 2022 by nradmin
The VTI train simulator was included in a research study during which train drivers were able to try out new designs of the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) signalling system. The aim is to create optimal signalling projects combined with the best possible work environment for the...

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