Mexico City, April 9 – With an eye on one of the world’s most significant sporting events, the 2026 World Cup, the Mexico City government has outlined a comprehensive mobility strategy. This plan not only addresses the anticipated demand for the event but also aims to resolve historical deficiencies within the city’s transportation system.
Electromobility at the Core of the Strategy
The plan, presented by authorities, places electromobility as its central pillar. Héctor Ulises García Nieto, Secretary of Mobility, explained that the objective is to create a more efficient network through electric buses and enhance connectivity to key locations, including Terminals 1 and 2 of the Mexico City International Airport (AICM).
Light Rail Modernization and New Trolleybus Routes
One of the most emblematic projects is the modernization of the Light Rail, which will now operate as the “Axolotl Route.” This intervention includes significant investments in infrastructure and technology, aiming to double the system’s capacity and reduce waiting times by up to 30%. Additionally, 17 new trains and an advanced railway control system will be incorporated.
Alongside this, new Trolleybus routes are being added, such as Line 14 in Coyoacán and Line Zero, known as “Chapulín,” which will connect Chapultepec with Ciudad Universitaria. Both initiatives seek to strengthen coverage in high-demand areas with electric units.
Metrobús and RTP Enhancements
The Metrobús system will see the introduction of the “Quetzalcoatl Route,” a 29-kilometer corridor that will link the AICM with the city center using electric units, thereby improving mobility for both national and international visitors.
The Passenger Transport Network (RTP) will launch the Centrobús “Route of the Indigenous Heroines,” a service in the Historic Center. This service, beyond its operational value, incorporates a gender perspective by being operated exclusively by women.
Metro Maintenance and Cyclist Infrastructure
The plan also includes major maintenance for the Metro, with improvements to trains, tracks, and user services, including language training for staff in anticipation of tourist arrivals.
In parallel, progress is being made on the modernization of Modal Transfer Centers such as Huipulco, Universidad, and Taxqueña, as well as the development of cycling infrastructure, including the “Great Tenochtitlán” bike path.
Long-Term Vision and Investment
The Head of Government, Clara Brugada, emphasized that this series of works reflects a long-term vision: “Electromobility is at the heart of our public transport strategy in Mexico City.”
In total, the investment exceeds 5 billion pesos and encompasses more than 200 kilometers of new or renovated infrastructure. “The World Cup will last a month, but these works will remain for years,” the mayor stressed, highlighting the structural nature of the project.
