Vägförvaltningarna

Vägförvaltningarna, also known as the Swedish Road Administration, is the national agency responsible for the planning, construction, and maintenance of the Swedish road network. Established in 1995, it is a government agency under the Swedish Transport Administration. The agency's primary goal is to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable road transport in Sweden.

The Swedish road network consists of approximately 180,000 kilometers of roads, including motorways, regional roads, and local roads. Vägförvaltningarna is responsible for the planning and construction of new roads, as well as the maintenance and upgrading of existing roads. The agency also plays a crucial role in traffic safety, implementing measures to reduce accidents and improve road safety.

Vägförvaltningarna works closely with other government agencies, such as the Swedish Transport Administration and the Swedish Road and Transport Research Institute, to ensure the development of a coherent and integrated transport policy. The agency also collaborates with local authorities and other stakeholders to address specific road-related issues in different regions of Sweden.

In recent years, Vägförvaltningarna has been focusing on sustainability and environmental aspects of road transport. This includes the development of low-emission zones, the promotion of electric vehicles, and the implementation of measures to reduce noise and air pollution from road traffic. The agency also plays a key role in the development of smart road infrastructure, integrating advanced technologies to improve traffic management and safety.

Vägförvaltningarna is committed to transparency and public engagement. The agency provides regular updates on its activities, publishes reports on road safety, and engages with the public through various channels to gather feedback and input on road-related issues. The agency's work is guided by a set of strategic goals and performance indicators, ensuring that its activities are aligned with national transport policy and the needs of Swedish society.