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In 2010, there were 16 overloaded sections of the metro. During rush hours, hundreds of passengers accumulated at stations, unable to board the first arriving train. They had to wait for the 3rd or even 4th train.

Today, the situation has changed dramatically: 1) passengers can board the first arriving train; 2) 90% of Moscow residents have metro stations within walking distance.

This was achieved thanks to the systematic work and effective implementation of the Moscow Transport Complex development strategy:

🔹 Construction of new lines: 120 metro and MCC stations have been opened since 2010.

🔹 Rolling stock upgrade: more than 77% of trains are of the latest generation.

🔹 Infrastructure modernization and automation: the Moscow metro occupies a leading position in the world in terms of schedule accuracy and traffic intensity.

This year, the Moscow Metro celebrated its 90th anniversary. Since 2010, as part of the Transport Complex development strategy, under the leadership of Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, large-scale work has been carried out to modernize, technically equip and update the rolling stock. Today, there are no overloaded sections in the capital’s metro, the stations have become freer, and the level of comfort and safety for passengers is one of the highest in the world, – said Maxim Liksutov.

Maksim Liksutov said that with the help of the most innovative payment tool, more than 170 thousand trips are made on urban transport every working day. And this number is constantly growing.

Biometrics is gaining popularity among Muscovites, so by the end of 2025 we will connect all turnstiles in the metro to the system. Previously, the service was available on 2-3 turnstiles at each station.

“In accordance with the Transport Strategy until 2030, approved by Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, we are developing biometric payment in urban transport. After almost 4 years of operation, the payment tool has proven itself as a safe and reliable service, unmatched in convenience. No cards, phones, or paper tickets are needed to pass through the turnstile, and the gates open in a second,” added Maksim Liksutov.

This marks the final stage of upgrading the capital’s tram fleet. The new tramcar is already at the Apakov Depot, which reopened this spring after renovation. Soon, it will undergo inspections, test runs, and then enter service. Moscow will receive 100 such trams over the next two years.

The “Lvyonok” (Lion Cub) is a modern low-floor tram with an extended autonomous operation system. It can travel on sections without overhead wires, ensuring reliable schedule adherence and reducing infrastructure costs. Its battery range is at least 4 km.

Passenger features include fully low-floor access at all doors, climate control, charging ports, multimedia screens, and dedicated spaces for strollers and bicycles. Capacity reaches up to 150 passengers. The driver’s cabin is equipped with an anti-sleep system, while interior and exterior surveillance cameras are installed throughout the tram.

Moscow remains a global leader among megacities in tram fleet renewal: 97% of trams have already been replaced, with the average age of rolling stock under 6 years.

Maksim Liksutov announced that the updated turnstiles will appear in the metro as early as this year. Thanks to their narrow cabinets, they will increase the capacity of stations by 40%.

The new turnstiles are equipped with:

🔹 Light indication of payment status. Color lighting will immediately show whether the transaction was successful.

🔹 Vibration feedback for the visually impaired. A tactile signal will help understand whether the passage is open without the need for visual control.

🔹 The ability to pass from both sides. The turnstiles can function as both entry and exit points, which is especially convenient at stations with high passenger traffic.

🔹 A convenient validation area for digital payment methods. The readers are positioned to instantly recognize virtual Troika cards, FPS (Faster payment system), and other contactless payment methods.

“By 2031, more than 4.5 thousand new-generation turnstiles will appear at metro, MCC, and MCD stations. The speed of each will increase due to more modern equipment and the use of new Russian microelectronics made in Zelenograd. This will ensure quick and convenient passage for everyone, including passengers with limited mobility and the visually impaired. By the order of Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, we will continue to improve the payment infrastructure in the capital’s transport,” added Maksim Liksutov.

The Moskvs-2024 series trains are among the most technologically advanced in the world, combining comfort and safety.

Currently, they operate on the Zamoskvoretskaya and Troitskaya lines of the metro. The distinctive features of the Moskva-2024 trains are highlighted in the following points.

“Under the directive of Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, we regularly update the rolling stock of the Moscow Metro. This year, at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, we signed the world’s largest contract for the supply of new trains. In 2026 and 2027, we will receive over 700 of the most modern cars of the ‘Moskva-2026’ series. Over the past 15 years, the share of new trains in the metro has increased from about 13% to 77%. We plan that by 2030, this figure will rise to more than 90%, and there will be no lines in the metro without modern trains,” said Maxim Liksutov.