Mexico City Metro Line 3 to Undergo Major Renovation Starting 2027

Mexico City's Line 3, the second busiest metro line, is set for a major overhaul starting in 2027. The renovation aims to address the line's 56-year-old infrastructure and technological obsolescence, which currently serves an average of 55,000 users daily.

Officials announced that while the bidding process for the modernization works will take place in 2026, no service interruptions or station closures are planned for this year. "I want to be emphatic in informing that this year no station on this line 3 will close, nor will the service be interrupted," stated the head of government, Clara Brugada.

The comprehensive renovation will focus on five key areas. This includes acquiring 45 new trains to replace the current fleet, which is over 40 years old. The project also involves rehabilitating the entire track system, modernizing electrical and safety systems with advanced technology, upgrading train control and signaling, and enhancing stations with improved surveillance, lighting, and accessibility features like escalators and elevators.

The administration plans to implement a model that minimizes disruptions, potentially scheduling work during nights and weekends, and in stages. The goal is to ensure the line's functionality while undertaking the extensive upgrades.

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I want to be emphatic in informing that this year no station on this line 3 will close, nor will the service be interrupted