The Starting Point of the Trabzon Rail System Project Has Been Announced

An important issue came to the agenda today in the Trabzon Metropolitan Municipality Council. CHP Council Member Mustafa Çankaya asked questions about the starting point of the Light Rail System Project planned in Trabzon. Çankaya stated that although it was stated in previous statements that the project would start from Akçaabat Center and extend to Yomra, different information was given about the starting point.

Where Will the Starting Point Be?

In his speech, Çankaya reminded that the route of the Trabzon Light Rail System Project was planned to start from Akçaabat Center and extend to Yomra. However, he drew attention to the fact that the location of the city hospital was shown as the starting point, and brought up the question, “Will the first start of the rail system be Akçaabat or where the City Hospital is?”

Statement from President Ahmet Metin Genç

Trabzon Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Ahmet Metin Genç responded to Çankaya’s question and shared clear information about the scope of the project. Mayor Genç stated that the route will cover the districts of Akçaabat, Ortahisar and Yomra in a holistic manner. He emphasized that Akyazı, Meydan and Airport are the priority as the starting point. “Considering the density of circulation, works will start between Akyazı, Meydan and Airport in the first stage. Later, the Akçaabat and Yomra line will be completed,” he said.

Planning and Reconciliation Process

Noting that a detailed plan was made regarding the start and progress of the project, President Genç stated that the agreement would be reached in line with this plan. While the regions with intense transportation demand were prioritized in the first stage, it was emphasized that the Akçaabat and Yomra lines would also be included in the project in the future.

An Important Step for the Future of Trabzon

The Light Rail System Project in Trabzon is of great importance in terms of both facilitating transportation and reducing traffic load. However, the discussions on the starting point and priority routes of the project have once again revealed the importance of a transparent information process. Such discussions held in the municipal council play a critical role in ensuring that the project progresses in line with the expectations of the public.