??On May 11 (local time), the inauguration ceremony for the modernization of Mexico City’s light rail system was held. Clara Brugada, the mayor?of Mexico City,?attended the event and announced that 17 new light rail trains manufactured by CRRC Zhuzhou Locomotive Co., Ltd.?have been put into operation. As a key urban transport initiative in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this project signifies that Chinese-made rail transit equipment is set to play a critical role in supporting major international events.
??With the deployment of the new trains, the line's daily passenger capacity has increased?from 110,000 to 250,000. The minimum headway will be shortened?to 4?minutes, further enhancing operational efficiency and reducing passenger waiting?time.
??It is known?that the route, stretching from Tasque?a to Xochimilco, serves as a vital transportation artery in southern Mexico City. With a total length of?13.04 kilometers and 18 stations, it provides direct access to the?Estadio Azteca, where the opening ceremony and multiple matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup?will be held.
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