Resilient infrastructure
Outdated infrastructure and growing demands are testing the resilience of our societies. To close the gap, we need low-carbon, future-ready systems that not only connect people and goods, but also protect communities, strengthen economies, and support long-term prosperity.
EXPERT INSIGHTS ON RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE
Around the world, rail networks are under mounting pressure from extreme weather, cybersecurity threats, and ageing infrastructure. This is bringing the issue of rail resilience to the top of the agenda and focusing attention on how to provide a reliable rail service in the face of multiple potential disruptions.
Carbon is a growing priority in infrastructure development — but clear guidance is often missing. The Carbon Management Framework helps engineers turn ambition into action with a practical, structured approach.
In early 2017, commuters in Helsinki were promised a new light rail line connecting the eastern and western suburbs. Large-scale transport projects are rarely delivered on time or ahead of schedule. Yet Light Rail Line 15 not only opened 10 months early but also close to 10% below budget. The secret? A procurement model that is turning traditional contracting on its head: the Alliance Model.
Understand the EU CER Directive 2022/2557. In this piece we cover everything from scope, obligations, timelines, and why resilience is now a board-level responsibility for critical entities.
EXPERT INSIGHTS ON RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE
CASE STUDIES: RESILIENCE THROUGH INFRASTRUCTURE
Kanalmurs programmet - Preserving the past, enabling the future
In the heart of Gothenburg, a generational renewal project is underway to preserve and modernise the city’s historic canal walls. The Kanalmursprogrammet (Canal Wall Programme) aims to meet modern safety and mobility standards while maintaining their deep cultural significance.
Fehmarnbelt: World’s longest immersed tunnel
18 km long and 40m underwater. Fehmarnbelt, the world's longest immersed tunnel, showcases innovative thinking and challenges engineering standards. Ramboll is advisor to the client, Femern A/S, within the Ramboll-Arup-TEC Joint Venture partnership.
Slussen bridge: Stockholm centrepiece
We worked with design, drawings and calculations for the steel superstructure for the new bridge in central Stokcholm, through which 400,000 people pass on public transport per day.
LET’S CREATE INFRASTRUCTURE THAT STANDS STRONG.
Stefan Wallmann
Managing Director
+49 1525 3210400