Why we are needed

The population of Stockholm is increasing continuously. It is calculated that an additional half million people will live in the capital by 2030. At the same time the number of cars on the roads is increasing, which leads to increased congestion on the roads and streets and negative environmental impact. Trafik Stockholm contributes to increasing accessibility, reducing the number of accidents whilst minimising the environmental impact.

Photo: Mikael Ullén

In Stockholm county there are over 400 passenger cars per 1 000 inhabitants. In addition to this there are occupational vehicles and public transport which traffic the over-congested road networks. Disruptions to traffic around the clock do not only create uncertainty and irritation for the road users, but are also extremely costly for society.

Essingeleden and Centralbron bear the majority of the Stockholm traffic carrying 160 000 and 120 000 vehicles on a daily basis. An incident on any of these routes can have devastating consequences in the form of long traffic queues, accidents and increased carbon dioxide emissions. Therefore, Trafik Stockholm plays a major role in the Stockholm traffic. The traffic management centre steers and controls the traffic when an incident happens to ensure the effective utilisation of the road networks and a reduced impact on the environment.

In order for the road users to be able to plan their journeys in the best possible manner they are dependent on current traffic situation which Trafik Stockholm conveys to radio stations, text TV and navigation systems.