How to Test and Conduct Research at the Arctic Test Arena
Are you interested in testing new railway technologies or conducting research under Arctic conditions? To start the process, fill inn our digital request form.
The Arctic Test Arena – Ofotbanen & Malmbanan offers a unique environment for innovation, combining real-world operations, cross-border collaboration, and some of the toughest railway conditions in Europe.
Testing and research activities are coordinated through a digital request form and managed by the Arctic Test Arena Test Team.
Requests are evaluated based on:
- Safety and operational capacity
- Relevance to innovation and research goals
- Connection to funded R&D or industrial projects
Testing at the Arctic Test Arena is normally financed through research or test projects, joint funding applications, or by external organizations conducting their own activities.
The Arctic Test Team handles research and test requests, ensures safety and operational coordination, and facilitates partner communication throughout the process.