New Metro Line to Connect City Center with Suburbs

The city administration has announced the launch of a new metro line, significantly improving transportation for residents in the northern suburbs.

Construction work on the new metro tunnel
Construction work progressing on the new metro tunnel

The project, which began three years ago, includes five new stations spanning approximately 12 kilometers. The line is expected to reduce commute times by an average of 40 minutes for thousands of daily passengers.

This infrastructure development represents a major step forward in our efforts to modernize the city’s public transit system and reduce traffic congestion.

The new stations will feature modern amenities including elevators for accessibility, real-time information displays, and enhanced security systems. Testing is scheduled to begin next month, with passenger service anticipated to start by the end of the year.

Project Details

  • Total length: 12.3 kilometers
  • New stations: Northgate, Riverside, Central Park, Hillside, Terminal North
  • Estimated daily capacity: 50,000 passengers
  • Project investment: €350 million

Northgate

Northgate is a historic district in Chester, England, named for the northern entrance to the Roman fortress of Deva Victrix. Its most famous landmark is the Victorian-era Northgate, which was built in 1810 to replace the original medieval gate and now houses a police station and former prison. This area has been a major entry point to the city for nearly two millennia.

Riverside

“Riverside” is a common place name, but it most famously refers to the city in California, USA. Founded in the 1870s, its history is deeply tied to the citrus industry; it is the birthplace of the California navel orange. The city is also home to the historic Mission Inn, a landmark hotel showcasing various architectural styles.

Central Park

Central Park is a large urban park in Manhattan, New York City, first opened to the public in 1858. It was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux to offer a pastoral landscape and an escape from the city’s rapid expansion. Today, it is a National Historic Landmark and one of the most visited urban parks in the world.

Hillside

Hillside is a historic estate and cultural landmark in New Jersey, USA, originally constructed in the 1840s. It is most famous for being the primary residence of inventor Thomas Edison from 1886 until his death in 1931, where he conducted many of his later experiments. The site is now preserved as the Thomas Edison National Historical Park, showcasing his laboratory and inventions.

Terminal North

I am unable to provide a summary for “Terminal North” as it does not appear to refer to a specific, widely recognized historical place or cultural site. The term could refer to a local building, a transportation hub, or a project name, but without more context, I cannot confirm its history or significance.