Strukton extends protective culvert in Arlöv

Date

02 June 2026

Expertise

In Arlöv, in the Skåne region in Sweden, Jernhusen is constructing a new depot to expand opportunities for train maintenance in southern Sweden. In connection with this development, Strukton has been commissioned by Trafikverket to carry out signalling works as well as civil engineering and concrete works for a protective culvert for district heating pipes required for the new depot.

The assignment will be carried out during autumn 2026.

More about the depot

The need for depot capacity in southern Sweden has long been significant and is expected to grow further as more people choose to travel by train. With the opening of the Fehmarn Belt link, more trains from the continent are expected to operate in Sweden, further increasing the need for maintenance facilities.

Source: Trafikverket

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