Transportation infrastructure
Global demographic patterns are driving a rapid and radical change in transport systems. There is a great need for more sustainable transport systems that move people and goods safely and efficiently.
Sustainable and accessible transportation
Digitalisation has profoundly changed transport needs and patterns. A sustainable, accessible transport system is essential for connecting communities efficiently and appealingly. Digitalisation, in the form of sensor technology and management of large amounts of complex data, can be used to optimise the design of railway and tramway systems from an emissions perspective. Digital technologies can also meet the demands of urbanisation for efficient, sustainable transport solutions by improving traffic flows and maintenance planning.
Leading position in Europe
With more than 6,000 employees focused on transport issues, Sweco is one of the world’s largest actors in the area. With expertise in technology, architecture and environmental services, Sweco plans and designs transport systems for pedestrian and cycle paths, roads, bridges, tunnels, ports and rail infrastructure. In multidisciplinary teams, within and across national borders, Sweco develops existing systems and designs tomorrow’s transport infrastructure. In transportation infrastructure, Sweco’s main contribution is to UN global goals SDG 9: Sustainable Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, and SDG 13: Climate Action.
Public transport is a cornerstone of sustainable urban development. For decades, Sweco has made a significant contribution to the transport and mobility infrastructures of some of the largest and most challenging metropolitan areas in Europe.
Cities throughout Europe are investing in space for pedestrians and in connected networks of dedicated bicycle paths, reclaiming space from cars and separating cyclists from motorised traffic. In the UK and Ireland, Sweco’s urban mobility experts work closely with cities and local authorities to design and expand the infrastructure for active travel.
Public transport in growing cities
In Sweden, Sweco is working on several projects linked to the expansion of the Stockholm Metro. Sweco is using smart digital tools and innovation to make new stations and interchanges attractive, accessible and functional – with the traveller in focus. Sweco is also working on the expansion of the metro in Paris, including the design of three new stations.
Digitalisation of Europe’s railway network
A new signalling system, the European Real-time Monitoring System (ERTMS) is being rolled out across Europe’s railway network. A prerequisite for increasing the automation and integration of Europe’s future high-speed trains, the system allows trains to be followed in real time rather than when passing specific measuring points, as has been the case. The system can also provide speed information, type of freight onboard, and how disruptions and delays may affect other trains. Sweco will be carrying out the ERTMS upgrade in Sweden, the Netherlands, Finland and Germany.
Sweco has analysed options for creating plug-in solutions based on existing electricity grid capacity and investment grants from the Norwegian Environment and Climate Agency.
Sustainability Report
Sustainability forms an integral part of Sweco’s business and strategy.
Sweco’s sustainability work
Sweco’s group-wide sustainability goal is to achieve climate neutrality by 2040.
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