SBT Sverige AB, subsidiary of Czech company Metrostav Group,
secured the EUR182 million (SEK1.94 bn) contract to undertake drill and blast tunnelling
for a 4•1 km western extension of the Stockholm metro Blue Line from the
northern terminus at Akalla to the Jarfalla housing development near Barkaby,
adding two new stations.
The Akalla - Barkarbystaden section will run in two
single-track tunnels, while Barkarbystaden – Barkarby will have a double-track
bore and a service tunnel. The intermediate station at Barkarbystaden is
intended to serve a new city district now being developed on a former airfield
site.
The Barkaby terminus will be 30 m below ground, providing
interchange with suburban rail services. Tunnelling is scheduled to begin in
June for completion in September 2023. The extension is now expected to open in
2026. For tender information please click here. Ref.n. FUT 2019-0079. 20/20.
