Author: Polina D

Recently, the Metrovagonmash enterprise (part of JSC “TMH”) completed the assembly of the most modern Russian train set Moskva-2026. The train underwent testing of all systems at the manufacturer’s plant and additional checks at the electric depot.

Currently, a control trial run without passengers is being conducted — this is the final stage before launch. During this, metro specialists analyze every detail, after which the train will go into service and start full operation.

The trial run consists of 2 stages.
The train must run smoothly on the metro rails:
1) 15 km and.
2) 300 km.

During this time, dozens of parameters are checked, including:

1) safety and reliability of the train’s operation on the line;

2) smoothness of the ride on the rails;

3) lighting and vibration in the cabin;

4) braking distance and much more.

In addition, separate tests of all new components will be conducted. If any deviations are found during the trial run, they will be corrected, and the checks will start over.

“Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin has decided to purchase 40 additional cars, which will be put into service this year on one of the most in-demand lines of the capital’s metro — the Line 2. The Moskva-2026 train sets are the most modern Russian trains, made from domestic components. Over the next 2 years, more than 700 new cars are planned to be delivered, which will allow us to complete the renewal of trains on the Line 2. Currently, more than 50% of the rolling stock here belongs to the new generation,” noted Maksim Liksutov.

Moscow continues to strengthen international cooperation in urban transport. Together with the Moscow Government University, the Department of Transport organized an intensive 10-day training course for specialists from the Mobility Secretariat of Mexico City. The program combined theory, practice, and visits to key urban transport infrastructure facilities.

During the training, the Mexican specialists:

• Studied the operation of one of the largest photo and video surveillance systems in the world.
• Became familiar with modern solutions for traffic management in a megacity.
• Learned how Moscow applies intelligent approaches to the installation and adjustment of traffic lights.
• Visited the Mitino electric bus depot, the Unified Operation Control Center, the Traffic Management Situation Center, and the Research and Development Center for Autonomous Transport.

Moscow regularly conducts such training programs. Previously, participants included transport officials from Brazil, Iraq, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.

“Under the directive of Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, we share our experience in implementing advanced transport solutions with colleagues from other countries. We regularly train specialists from foreign city transport departments. In November, a delegation from the Mobility Secretariat of Mexico City thoroughly familiarized themselves with the development of the intelligent transport system in the capital,” noted Maksim Liksutov.

Six years ago, in November 2019, a new era of rail transport began in Moscow with the launch of the first two Moscow Central Diameters (MCD-1 and MCD-2). This launch was a key step toward creating a modern and convenient above-ground metro system.

Before the introduction of the diameters, commuter trains were considered commuter transport with infrequent services, outdated platforms, and poor comfort. The MCDs changed this: today, four diameters operate in the Moscow region, connecting 137 stations. The total length of the lines exceeds 300 kilometers.

The MCD network is seamlessly integrated into Moscow’s unified transportation system: passengers have access to over 100 transfers to the metro, the MCC, and other diameters. Unified fares make travel on the MCDs part of the city’s transport infrastructure.

Modern Russian-made trains provide a comfortable and convenient travel experience. During the first year of operation, the rolling stock on the first two diameters was completely renewed, and in 2025, MCD-3 and MCD-4 were also renewed.

As Maksim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry, reported, the Moscow Central Diameters are becoming an increasingly popular mode of transport every year. Since their inception, passengers have made nearly 1.6 billion trips, with up to 500.000 trips made daily on the MCD. Today, the diameters have become a fully-fledged surface metro and an alternative to other modes of urban transport.

The network’s development continues. Modern passenger services are being introduced on the diameters, stations are being built and reconstructed, new comfortable city stations are being created, and infrastructure is being updated. Currently, 54 MCD stations are operating in the city, with projects underway at Petrovsko-Razumovskaya, Serp i Molot, Tsaritsyno, Begovaya, and Moscow-City stations.

From November 18 to 20, we will present the best solutions from the Moscow Government here. The venue brings together representatives of government bodies and leaders of leading Russian enterprises. Visitors to the exhibition will learn:

• About the implementation of innovative transport. Guests will see how Russia’s first fully driverless tram “sees” obstacles on the route: people, stops, traffic lights. Since May 2024, it has traveled more than 18,000 km around the city without violating traffic rules even once.
• About biometric payment and new generation turnstiles that will increase the throughput capacity of metro stations by 40%.
• About smart traffic management systems of the Central Traffic Management Center.
• About traffic organization projects that helped optimize parking space and create comfortable pedestrian accessibility to major facilities. All this is developed by specialists from the MosTransProject Research Institute.
• How transport professions are taught—from train drivers to top managers at the Corporate University of the Transport Complex.
• About the capabilities of the Alexander chatbot. It answers citizens’ questions about the metro, MCC, MCD, transport services, and much more around the clock.

This is only part of the transport innovations we will showcase.

“By the order of Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, we actively cooperate with regions of our country. Some projects are already used outside the capital. This year at the exhibition and forum, we will show the latest transport projects and digital services in the field of fare payment, parking, demonstrate the operation of driverless transport, and the best solutions for traffic management. We will share the experience of implementation and the advantages of these innovations. All this will help us create the future of the country’s transport together,” said Maksim Liksutov.

The events are held at the Gostiny Dvor in Moscow.

T1 is a new tram route connecting Metrogorodok to Universitet metro station, providing fast and comfortable travel between Moscow’s east and southwest via the city center. It operates to the standards of an above-ground metro.

Maxim Liksutov reported that trams on the T1 route have completed over 500 trips, covering more than 13,000 kilometers. The T1 route spans 27 km, making it the longest urban diametrical tram route in the world. It connects 13 Moscow districts from east to southwest, as well as 4 central railway stations and 24 metro, MCC, and MCD stations.

The route features Russia’s first Lvyonok-Moskva trams with autonomous operation, capable of traveling a 2.1 km section along Akademika Sakharova Prospect without connecting to the overhead power lines.

“Just recently, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin inaugurated the world’s longest urban diametrical tram route. The first MTD line has already proven its convenience and demand, with passengers making over 100,000 trips. We continue to develop eco-friendly and innovative transport in the capital,” added Maksim Liksutov.