The Swedish Government has announced an ambitious financing plan to renew the country's railway infrastructure and ensure its sustainability into the future. In the period covering the years 2026-2037, total to Swedish railways 45,4 billion euros This large budget aims to modernize the network, improve sustainability, and pay off long-term maintenance debts that have accumulated over the years.

This plan, announced by Swedish Transport Infrastructure, is expected to be approved by the government in the spring of 2026.

The allocated budget of 45,4 billion euros will be distributed under two main headings:

The most important priority of this plan is to reach the target by 2025. Infrastructure maintenance debt reaching 7,2 billion euros The long-term goal of the management is to reduce these debts in order to establish a financially sound basis for future activities. It is to be completely abolished by 2050.

Another technological step that is given great importance within the scope of the plan is European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) ERTMS is expected to be widespread by 2042, covering high-density lines and both safety and operational reliability is aimed to increase.

In addition, some projects are planned to transfer funds to areas that will provide higher returns. will be rescheduled or canceled. Resources are allocated to higher-yielding areas for passenger and freight transportation, climate adaptation ve denser network capacity will focus.

The Swedish Transport Administration emphasised the vital importance of a safe railway network for the country's national security:

“The transportation sector must increase its capacity to support wartime peacetime services that are vital in times of war, military preparedness, and ultimately, war.”

Minister of Infrastructure Andreas CarlsonCarlson stated that only 10-15% of the debt had been allocated by the fall of 2024. management and resource constraints He added that he was not in a position to immediately cover larger budgets due to the current situation.

Experts say the success of this plan depends not only on political support but also on the efficient allocation of resources. This major investment will enable Sweden to compete across Europe. a modern and sustainable railway infrastructure network will contribute to its development.