Rail Transport In Norway
The Norwegian railway system comprises 4,087 km of 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in) (standard gauge) track of which 2,622 km is electrified and 242 km double track. There are 696 tunnels and 2760 bridges.
Jernbaneverket is a state owned agency which builds and maintains all railway tracks, while other companies operate them. These companies include Norges Statsbaner, NSB Anbud, CargoNet, Flytoget, Hector Rail, Tågåkeriet and Ofotbanen.
Norway is a member of the International Union of Railways (UIC). The UIC Country Code for Norway is 76.
Read more about Rail Transport In Norway: History, Railway Links With Adjacent Countries, Abandoned Railways
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