The Värmlandsbanan railway between Laxå and Charlottenberg is currently so heavily loaded that the system lacks the ability to handle disruptions, making it vulnerable and affecting passengers and freight traffic daily. In 2024, 62 percent of trains on Värmlandsbanan were delayed by an average of 26 minutes, making it the worst in Sweden. 55, shows new details about the scale of the problems and the effect a double track between Karlstad and Kil would have.
The Ramboll analysis differs from the Swedish Transport Administration's earlier investigation by not requiring new double tracks all the way into the stations in Karlstad and Kil, which could significantly reduce costs. 5 billion kronor, while Ramboll's proposal has the potential to save up to one billion kronor using the same calculation method. The Swedish Transport Administration's investment plan for transport infrastructure for 2026-2037 did not include investments in double tracks along Värmlandsbanan, disappointing local politicians in Värmland.
55 and Region Värmland have developed their own proposal with a consulting firm after the Swedish Transport Administration's decision not to invest in double tracks on Värmlandsbanan. The proposal is now on the government's table for decision. A new investigation shows that a double track between Karlstad and Kil is profitable.