We are thrilled to invite you to cast your vote to choose the name for the new TBM that will play a pivotal role in our forthcoming project in Oslo, Norway. In keeping with a longstanding tradition, our TBM will bear a woman's name. As we assemble this remarkable machine in a mountain facility in Oslo, we extend this tradition.
The three name choices for the TBM are Wenche, Shabana, and Laila. These names have been thoughtfully selected to pay tribute to three extraordinary Oslo women who have made significant contributions in their respective fields.
• Wenche Foss (1917-2011) was a Norwegian actress, often characterized as the grande dame of post-war Norwegian theater. She was born in Kristiania and is considered one of our most beloved actresses of all time. Through her status and as the mother of a son with Down syndrome, she became an important spokesperson for the rights of people with developmental disabilities. She was also an active advocate for the rights of homosexuals.
• Shabana Rehman (1976 - 2022) was a Norwegian stand-up comedian, writer, playwright, and lecturer. She came to Norway with her family in 1977 and grew up in Holmlia, Oslo. She was one of the first with a minority background to break the sound barrier in the public sphere and reach a larger audience as an active social debater. She fought against oppression and violence against girls and women, and against patriarchy and honor culture.
• Laila Schou Nilsen (1919–1998) was one of Norway's most prominent and versatile athletes of all time. In addition to being a top-ranking speed skater, she engaged in motorsport and won the Norwegian championships in alpine skiing, tennis, and handball. She participated in the Rally Monte Carlo four times and has five unofficial Norwegian championships in skill driving. Laila Schou Nilsen paved the way for women's position in sports through her determination and was constantly seeking new challenges.
Now, we invite you to participate in this exciting decision-making process by clicking on the link below and voting for your favourite name!
Our project is a collaborative effort between Ghella and the Norwegian contractor AF Gruppen, with the City of Oslo as our valued client. One of the project's cornerstone components is the construction of a new water supply system for Oslo, involving tunnelling work between Stubberud and Huseby. This tunnel will span approximately 11 kilometres and will be expertly crafted with the assistance of our TBM.
Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of this unique naming competition! Click here to cast your vote before the end of November and leave your mark on Oslo's history. Your participation is a valuable contribution to our exciting project.
For further information please click here and no/85 for tunnelbuilder archive. Visit https://afgruppen.no, https://www.oslo.kommune.no and https://www.ghella.com/en. 45/23.
