Aslak Versto Storsletten
Aslak Versto Storsletten is a prominent figure at Civita, a Norwegian think tank that focuses on public policy, particularly in the areas of economics and transport. In a recent discussion, he highlighted the challenges facing Norway's National Transport Plan, noting that a significant percentage of proposed projects are deemed economically unviable. Storsletten advocates for prioritizing the maintenance and efficiency of existing railway infrastructure over the creation of new projects, arguing that effective rail systems can significantly benefit both individuals and businesses by reducing road traffic and enhancing freight transport.
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Aslak Versto Storsletten argues that railway investments are largely unprofitable for society.
Norge trenger en sterkere – ikke svakere – jernbane
Norway· 2026-02-27
Aslak Versto Storsletten advocates for deprioritizing railway construction outside of Greater Oslo.
Tiden for tog er nåNorway· 2026-02-24Aslak Versto Storsletten in Civita refers to the government's committee stating that 80 percent of the projects in the National Transport Plan are economically unprofitable.
Mer må gå på skinner før vi legger nyeNorway· 2026-02-20