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Adrián Rubalcava Suárez Confirms 40 Billion Peso Modernization Project for Mexico City Metro Line 3

Adrián Rubalcava Suárez, the director general of the Sistema de Transporte Colectivo Metro, confirmed that the Mexico City Metro Line 3 will undergo a total modernization starting in 2027. The project, which covers the route from Indios Verdes to Universidad, involves an investment exceeding 40 billion pesos.

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This rehabilitation project includes the purchase of 45 new trains to replace the current fleet, the replacement of tracks, communication equipment, and the renovation of civil works, stations, and electrical systems. The administration aims to maintain service during the modernization by performing work primarily at night, on weekends, and via trams to minimize disruptions for passengers. The project timeline includes a selection process for the participating company, with the final decision on investors scheduled for September 14, 2026. The Mexico City government will define the technical intervention plan and financing scheme after the company is selected. The administration also noted that no stations on Line 3 will close this year, ensuring continuous service for the current period.

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