Warsaw, the capital of Poland, this summer A new tram extension to improve the connection between Dolny Mokotów and the Central Railway Station The development is a testament to the city’s commitment to modernising its public transport network and promoting sustainable urban mobility.
Operational Preparation for Warsaw Tram Expansion is Completed
Warsaw Municipal Transport Authority (ZTM) is planning to Comprehensive operational exercises for Line 19 extension The drills simulate real-time emergency scenarios to test technical reliability and improve coordination between teams. During the drills, teams responded to simulated incidents such as tram breakdowns and track blockages. The focus was on rapid breakdown repairs, re-establishing track access and ensuring safe tram traffic management. These preparations aim to increase communication between teams, accelerate crisis interventions and ensure continuity of tram services.
Infrastructure Developments and Intensive Use in the Warsaw Tram Network
The track laying for the Stegny terminal is nearing completion and the overhead power lines are scheduled to be connected in June. Once completed, Line 19 will enter service and will connect Św. Bonifacego in Dolny Mokotów with the Central Railway Station via Jana Pawła II Street.
This extension is wider, 6,5 kilometres long and includes 12 new stops Wilanów tram route Lines 2024 and 14, which have been in operation since October 16, will be operational in six months 10,5 million passengers Line 16 in particular has proven to be more popular, carrying around 80 per cent of passengers on this route. By the end of April, around 8 million people had used Line 16, of whom around 3 million had travelled on the new segment. These figures clearly demonstrate the strong demand for public transport in Warsaw and the success of the new lines.
Financial Investments and Sustainable Initiatives
Warsaw continues to invest in modernizing its urban rail system. Approx. With a total investment of $533 million, the Wilanów tram project will receive over $128 million in funding from the European Union took.
The latest tender focused on passenger comfort and environmental sustainability. Purchase of up to 160 low-floor trams The EU funding also supports Poland’s first plant to run largely on renewable energy Construction of the Annopol tram depot The warehouse, which cost about $174 million, uses heat pumps and solar panels.
The city also received EU support By purchasing 44 new trains, the suburban train system Szybka Kolej Miejska (SKM) This expansion has improved rail connectivity within Warsaw and neighbouring municipalities. Warsaw is also strengthening its public transport fleet; compressed and liquefied natural gas-powered 160 low emission buses The city also offers around 5.000 parking spaces and 1.000 bicycle bays 17 Park-and-Ride facilities It emphasises its commitment to sustainable urban mobility through its development.
