The Center for a Resilient Transport System

ResiTrans is a national research centre that develops knowledge, tools and strategies to address risk and vulnerability in transport systems. The centre works on issues related to climate change, digitalisation, electrification and civil protection, and develops methods for risk assessment, stress testing and decision support. The Norwegian Computing Center contributes in particular with research on digital infrastructure, security and data analysis. ResiTrans is led by the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute (NGI).

Central challenges for transport resilience

How can transport systems withstand an increasingly volatile climate, growing digitalisation and a greater dependence on electrical infrastructure? This is the core question in ResiTrans.

The centre will generate new knowledge, methods and strategies to support a more resilient and sustainable transport sector. It also contributes to national goals for climate adaptation, public safety and sustainable infrastructure, while fostering international collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Identifying vulnerabilities and developing solutions

Resilient infrastructure is not only crucial for mobility and accessibility, but also for national preparedness and industrial competitiveness. Vulnerabilities linked to extreme weather, cyberattacks or power shortages can have wide-ranging societal consequences.

ResiTrans addresses these challenges by identifying and managing vulnerabilities related to climate change, technology and electrification. Our work will improve risk assessment, planning for uncertainty and support the implementation of effective measures. The centre develops practical tools, strategies and guidelines designed to create safer, more reliable and efficient transport networks.

Work areas in ResiTrans

The centre advances new methods for risk assessment, stress testing and decision support, and contributes to knowledge-building in climate adaptation and public safety. Central topics include:

• Natural hazards
  Identifying climate-related threats to roads, railway, marine transport and the energy grid.
• Digitalisation and cybersecurity
  Developing strategies to address vulnerabilities linked to digitalisation and technological dependence.
• Electrification and energy resilience
  Assessing risks associated with increased electrification and reliance on the power grid.
• Monitoring and maintenance
  Applying data-driven solutions for real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance.
• Stress testing and contingency planning
  Developing tools and guidelines for efficient recovery after operational disruptions.

NR is particularly engaged in digital infrastructure, security and data analysis and leads the work package Addressing digitalisation and cybersecurity in the transport infrastructure.

A broad collaboration for critical infrastructure

ResiTrans is led by the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute (NGI) and brings together leading research communities in climate, energy, transport and technology. The centre also works closely with public authorities responsible for critical infrastructure, ensuring that solutions respond to real needs and can be applied in practice.

If you would like to learn more about ResiTrans
and our role in the centre, please get in touch.