Construction Begins on Mexico City's Cablebús Line 5, Connecting Álvaro Obregón and La Magdalena Contreras

Construction has commenced on Line 5 of Mexico City's Cablebús system, a project designed to significantly enhance transportation between the Álvaro Obregón and La Magdalena Contreras boroughs. The new aerial tramway aims to connect the Mixcoac transportation hub with La Magdalena Contreras, improving daily commutes for residents in the affected areas.

According to the Secretariat of Works and Services (Sobse), the line will stretch approximately 15.4 kilometers and serve 61 neighborhoods across both boroughs. The Sobse announced the start of work, stating, "By order of the Head of Government, Clara Brugada, work has begun on Cablebus Line 5. A 15.4-kilometer project that will unite CETRAM Mixcoac with La Magdalena Contreras, benefiting 61 neighborhoods in both boroughs."

The 12 stations along the route will be named Mixcoac, Olivar del Conde, Santa Lucía, Enrique Cabrera, Pueblo de Tetelpan, Lomas de la Era, San Bartolo Ameyalco, Glaciar, El Tanque, Barros Sierra, Oasis, and Oyamel. The total travel time between the Oyamel terminal and Mixcoac is estimated to be around 40 minutes.

The construction contract has been awarded to Gami Ingeniería e Instalaciones and Doppelmayr México. The total investment for Line 5 of the Cablebús is reported to be 7,868,146,000 pesos. This expansion is part of a broader effort to improve public transportation infrastructure within the capital.

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By order of the Head of Government, Clara Brugada, work has begun on Cablebus Line 5. A 15.4-kilometer project that will unite CETRAM Mixcoac with La Magdalena Contreras, benefiting 61 neighborhoods in both boroughs.