Metro and train news

Summaries of what is happening on metro and train networks, with links to the original articles. Part of the texts is produced with the help of artificial intelligence and always says so.

Artesp approves SPTrans bus agreement and extends Lines 8 and 9 contract to 2031

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Artesp approved a bus integration agreement with SPTrans and extended a service contract for ViaMobilidade Lines 8 and 9 to 2031.

Metrô-DF and buses free for voters on election day in Brasília

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Voters in the Federal District can ride the metro and buses for free during the runoff election on Sunday, according to g1 DF.

Line 9-Esmeralda returns to normal after flooding near Santo Amaro

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São Paulo's Line 9-Esmeralda resumed normal operation on October 25, 2026, after flooding had caused longer waits between Santo Amaro and João Dias.

Tram T3a interrupted between Stade Charléty and Porte d'Ivry until 1 November 2026

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RATP is closing part of tram line T3a in southern Paris for about a week for track renovation, with replacement buses in place.

AIIB team begins review of Kochi metro's Kakkanad extension work

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An Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank team has started assessing progress on the 11.20 km Kakkanad extension of the Kochi metro.