The government of Rio de Janeiro has signed a contract with a new operator for the urban train system in the Metropolitan Region, involving significant investments over the next five years.
On Thursday, the government of the State of Rio de Janeiro signed a contract with the new operator of the urban train system in the Metropolitan Region. The agreement was made with the consórcio Nova Via Mobilidade, which is set to take over the operation of the railway system. This transition period, lasting up to 90 days, will involve a joint operation with the previous concessionaire to ensure a smooth handover.
The state government announced that the urban train system is expected to receive over R$ 600 million in investments over the next five years. These funds are aimed at improving the rail infrastructure and services. Prior to this transition, more than R$ 160 million has already been invested in upgrades, which have reportedly helped reduce waiting times between trains and overall travel time for approximately 300,000 daily passengers who rely on the service.
This change in operation is crucial for enhancing public transportation in Rio de Janeiro, as the urban train system serves a significant number of commuters. By investing in the system and improving its management, the government aims to provide a better experience for passengers while addressing ongoing issues related to delays and overcrowding observed under the previous operator.
