Rygge Station Development Receives Approval for Expansion

Bane NOR, Norway’s rail infrastructure manager, has secured approval for the expansion of Rygge station. This station, located in the Moss Municipality of Østfold County, serves trains traveling to Oslo S, Halden, and Gothenburg. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Rygge Station Expansion: A Vital Step for Østfold Line

The project will expand Rygge station from two tracks to three and introduce a new train parking facility. This facility will be able to accommodate eight double train sets, further supporting the Oslo–Moss route’s increasing demand.

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Construction Plans and Environmental Considerations for Rygge Station

Detailed planning for construction commenced in January 2025. This phase includes land acquisition and optimizing the facility’s design to ensure safety, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability. Additionally, Bane NOR will continue to cooperate with relevant authorities during the planning and construction stages.

The development is set for construction between 2027 and 2030, with the aim of completing Rygge station and its new facilities by August 2030. The project is part of the larger InterCity initiative, designed to improve services on the Østfold Line. This initiative will also boost the frequency of services on the Oslo–Moss route.

Five possible locations were considered for the train storage facility, with the Gon site being selected as the optimal choice. The area for the facility lies southeast of Rygge station and is surrounded by agricultural land and the Gon Forest.

Rygge station will be upgraded to include three tracks, with one reserved for the storage facility. The surrounding infrastructure, such as streets, bus stops, and bike paths, will remain largely unchanged.

However, noise barriers and vegetation screens will be added to reduce noise pollution and visual impact on the landscape.

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