Moscow – As part of its public transport modernisation program, Moscow’s tram fleet is nearly fully renewed.
Deputy Mayor for Transport and Industrial Policy Maksim Liksutov revealed that the Moscow tram fleet would be fully renewed by next year, 2026.
“Currently, the renewal stands at approximately 95-97%, and with the upcoming purchase of around 100 new trams, all trams in Moscow will be new by next year,” Maksim Liksutov noted.
“Today, we have renewed about 95-97% of the fleet. With the purchase of this batch of trams, by this year and the next, all Moscow trams will be new without exception.”
Maksim Liksutov also emphasised that Moscow leads among European megacities in having the youngest tram fleet.
“It is important to note that the old trams previously in service will not be scrapped or sold,” said Maksim Liksutov.
“The most interesting models will be transferred to the Transport Museum, where they will be restored and showcased at various events, generating significant interest among city residents.”
In celebration of the 126th anniversary of Moscow tram system, a tram parade will be held today, Saturday, (19 April 2025).
Historic tram cars from different eras will travel along a new route: from Shabolovka Street to Serpukhovskiy Val and Kholodilny Lane to the Danilovskaya manufactory (Varshavskoye Highway) and back.
The parade will culminate in a large-scale exhibition of retro tram cars.
“Additionally, as part of the infrastructure upgrade, the renovated P. L. Apakov tram depot was opened last week after undergoing extensive reconstruction,” Maksim Liksutov said.
“This depot will play an important role in maintaining the new tram fleet and ensuring reliable tram service in Moscow.”
