MOSCOW – As part of the modernization programme of public transport, Moscow's tram fleet has been updated almost entirely.
Maxim Rikstov, deputy mayor of transportation and industrial policy, has made it clear that the Moscow tram fleet will be fully updated by next year, 2026.
“Currently, the updates are around 95-97%, and with about 100 new trams being purchased in the future, all Moscow trams will be new by next year,” Maxim Rikstov said.
“Today, we have updated about 95-97% of our fleet. With this tram purchase, this year and the next tram will be all new, without exception.”
Maxim Rikstov also emphasized that Moscow will lead the European megaloquy by having the youngest tram fleet.
“It is important to note that the old streetcars you used to work for are not disposed of or sold,” Maxim Rixtoff said.
“The most interesting model has been moved to the Transport Museum, where it will be restored and exhibited at various events, attracting great interest among urban residents.”
To celebrate the 126th anniversary of the Moscow Tram System, a tram will be held today on Saturday (April 19, 2025).
Historic trams from various periods travel along new routes from Shaborovka Street to Serpkovskyval, Holodyrny Lane, Danilovskaya Manufacturing (Valshavaskoy Highway) and Buck.
The parade will peak with a massive exhibition of retro tram cars.
“In addition, as part of the infrastructure upgrade, the renovated PL Apakov Tram Depot was opened last week after extensive reconstruction,” Maksim Liksutov said.
“This depot will play a key role in maintaining the new tram fleet and ensuring reliable tram service in Moscow.”
