CERO - travel behaviour survey

Sustainability is a key part of our work. To create even more sustainable urban districts where our tenants can operate and thrive, we use a variety of tools – one of which is travel behaviour surveys.

Since 2015, we have conducted three travel behaviour surveys in Arenastaden together with our tenants (2015, 2019 and 2022). In spring and autumn 2025, we carried out the survey for the fourth time in Arenastaden – and, for the first time, also in Solna Business Park and Hammarby Sjöstad.

We use the CERO methodology, which maps travel patterns and provides us with valuable insights for developing sustainable and well-functioning urban districts. Previous surveys have contributed, for example, to MTR trains between Stockholm and Gothenburg now stopping at Solna Station, as well as influencing increased service frequency following the commuter train disruptions of 2023.

The results of the surveys also form the basis of our action plan, ensuring that we continue to develop in line with global climate targets.

-15%
travel by car to Arenastaden

+10%
travel by public transport

7%
cyclists / pedestrians

Results for Arenastaden 2025

Between 2022 and 2025, travel patterns among employees in Arenastaden have changed significantly. Car dominance has decreased, while public transport has strengthened and become the leading mode of travel in terms of distance.

At the same time, the vehicle fleet is undergoing rapid electrification. The proportion of electric cars has increased significantly, while petrol and diesel vehicles have decreased sharply. Combined with changing travel habits, this has led to a substantial reduction in per capita CO₂ emissions. Average emissions from commuting have fallen by 45% between 2022 and 2025 – from 426 kg to 235 kg per employee per year.

The results underline the central role of public transport. The planned subway expansion by 2028 is expected to further reduce car usage -13% of current car users already state that they will replace car journeys with the subway (18% are unsure). However, to make public transport even more attractive, there is a need for better punctuality, higher reliability, and more flexible ticketing options, particularly for employees who regularly work remotely.

The average travel cost is currently around SEK 15,700 per employee per year, which is low compared with other similar studies.

Key drivers behind the development are:

Increased public transport use and reduced car dependency

Rapid electrification of the vehicle fleet
Employees moving closer to Arenastaden
Continued high share of bicycle/e-bike travel
Improved infrastructure for sustainable mobility
Actor-driven, data-driven action plan
Benchmarking – learning from best practice
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In summary, the 2025 CERO follow-up shows that commuting emissions in Arenastaden have decreased at a faster rate than the target scenario set in the process – achieving a reduction rate that exceeds the Paris Agreement’s 2030 target. Moving forward, there are strong opportunities to further strengthen sustainable development, including reversing the declining trend in walking and cycling trips and through targeted investments in the reliability and accessibility of public transport.

Download the report (Swedish only)

Result from 2022

The travel behaviour survey was conducted in early summer 2022 among approximately 22,000 employees based in Arenastaden. The survey shows, among other things, that improved public transport and investments in cycling infrastructure could encourage even more commuters to forgo using their cars.

Open the report (Swedish only)

Want to know more?

Mia Häggström
Head of Sustainability
+46 46 8 555 148 54
Mia.Haggstrom@fabege.se

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Changed 25 September 2025

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