Tromsø's Bus Terminal: Efficiency, Safety, and Digital Integration
A Modern Bus Terminal for Tromsø
The new Giæverbukta bus terminal in Tromsø, opened in December 2024, reinforces the city's status as one of Norway's premier bus transportation hubs. Road Director Ingrid Dal Hovland highlighted this achievement, emphasizing how the terminal improves Tromsø's already good public transportation system. With over 1.1 million passengers annually, Giæverbukta is Northern Norway's largest public transport hub, playing a pivotal role in the city's urban infrastructure.
Efficiency and Safety at the Core
The terminal's design prioritizes efficiency and safety. With direct entry and exit points for buses, the buses save several minutes each time they stop by. In driving distance alone, 40.000 kilometres are saved every year. This results in significantly less emissions and energy consumption.
A central island for passenger transfers ensures safe and organized movement. All bus changes are made on the public island. Passengers can get to the island through an access tunnel or by using a well-marked and illuminated pedestrian crossing, which is the only place bus traffic has to be crossed.
Under the terminal is 19.500 meters of waterborne heat that removes snow and ice from the roadway and the public area. This ensures good accessibility for everyone all year round.
Future-Proof Digital Communication
The terminal is equipped with advanced digital communication systems, including ten imotion FLOW 37" doublesided info totems. These totems are designed to provide clear, reliable information to passengers, improving their travel experience.
Here’s a breakdown of the key technical features:
Marine-Grade Stainless Steel Construction:
Built from AISI 316L stainless steel, the housing ensures maximum protection against Norway's harsh weather and long-term durability. It features IP56 protection against dust and water, as well as IK10 impact resistance. The totems are vandal-proof and follow modular design principles to ensure reparability.
Universal Design with Text to Speech:
The totems feature a universal design, ensuring they are accessible and user-friendly for everyone, regardless of physical ability. An integrated Text-to-Speech (TTS) button provides audible announcements of on-screen content, making key information accessible to visually impaired passengers. By converting text into clear spoken messages, the TTS function supports inclusive public environments and aligns with accessibility standards.
imotion FLOW Thermal Management:
Thermal Management Technology (powered by FLOW technology): To ensure long-term stability, outdoor totems features advanced thermal management, including intelligent heating, speed-regulated ventilation, temperature sensing, and automatic self-regulation. This technology minimizes maintenance and ensures peak performance in all weather conditions
Conclusion
The Giæverbukta bus terminal exemplifies the future of public transportation infrastructure, combining efficiency, safety, and advanced technology. Imotion FLOW 37" info totems are a key component of this vision, providing passengers with reliable information and improving the overall travel experience. This terminal sets a new standard for what a modern bus station should be, offering a seamless blend of functionality and innovation.