On 15 March 1993, NSB announced that they would start a commuter train service between Steinkjer and Melhus, south of Trondheim. The service would give a half-hour headway during peak hours between Stjørdal and Melhus, and a one-hour headway onwards to Steinkjer. NSB stated that the concept was based on the success of the Jæren Commuter Rail and that they hoped to have a 70% increase in ridership, in part due to the opening of the airport station.
On March 15, 1993, NSB announced plans for a commuter train service connecting Steinkjer and Melhus, south of Trondheim. The service would operate with half-hour intervals during peak hours between Stjørdal and Melhus, and one-hour intervals thereafter to Steinkjer. NSB emphasized that the concept was inspired by the success of the Jæren Commuter Rail and hoped for a 70% increase in ridership, partly due to the opening of an airport station.