Published on: 2026-06-15
Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian –
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On June 8, journalists learned from the CRRC corporation that railway equipment from China will provide the transportation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup: 115 new light rail trains will operate in the three largest cities of Mexico hosting the World Cup matches, and the average daily passenger flow, according to forecasts, will exceed 1.25 million people.
On June 11 local time, the FIFA World Cup, held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, opened in Mexico. Light rail trains developed by the CRRC company will be put into operation in “tournament” mode in three cities — Mexico City, Monterrey, and Guadalajara. Football fans from all over the world will be able to use the “Chinese-made” light rail trains to conveniently reach the main stadium for the World Cup opening ceremony, as well as to other major sports facilities in Mexico.
Light rail vehicles provided by CRRC for the direct line leading to the main opening ceremony stadium — the Azteca Stadium in Mexico — were developed taking into account the features of high-altitude conditions and the rainy season. They are equipped with a regenerative braking system, a low-noise ventilation system, and improved accessibility facilities, which ensures more comfortable travel conditions with simultaneous energy savings and noise reduction.
Line 1 of Monterrey’s light rail transport leads directly to Monterrey stadium. The trains underwent modernization in the areas of control systems, energy efficiency, and operational efficiency, providing residents and fans with a more effective, ecological, and intellectual journey.
Line 4 of Guadalajara’s light rail transport includes densely populated areas in the south of the city in the rail communication network. Residents and fans can use this line to transfer to the ring line of the express bus and reach the “Akron” stadium, which facilitates trips to matches.
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