In August 2025, Sweden succeeded in the unthinkable: moving an entire church of 672 tons over 5 kilometers at snail speed. The motive? An iron mine that extends under the city of Kiruna and dangerously weakens the ground. This epic project reveals a much larger urban transformation and major geopolitical stakes. More
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In August 2025, Sweden succeeded in the unthinkable: moving an entire church of 672 tons over 5 kilometers at snail speed. The motive? An iron mine that extends under the city of Kiruna and dangerously weakens the ground. This epic project reveals a much larger urban transformation and major geopolitical stakes. More