Zagreb to Acquire 20 New Low-Floor Trams in Major Public Transport Upgrade

Zagreb is embarking on a significant upgrade to its public transportation network with plans to purchase 20 new low-floor trams, a move valued at 75 million euros. This initiative represents the largest modernization of public transport in the Croatian capital in the last 15 years, according to Mayor Tomislav Tomašević.

The city is already seeing the integration of new vehicles, with 24 new trams currently in operation and an additional 16 expected soon. Alongside the 40 shorter trams already in service or on their way, the acquisition of these 20 longer trams will substantially increase capacity. Furthermore, Zagreb anticipates the delivery of 62 new electric buses this year, building on a successful pilot project that introduced the first electric buses to Croatian public transport.

The new long trams are designed to be between 28 and 35 meters in length, each capable of carrying at least 180 passengers. Their fully low-floor design aims to improve accessibility for individuals with reduced mobility, the elderly, and parents with young children. The procurement contract is set for a 36-month period, with the first tram expected to arrive within two years of the contract's signing.

This investment is part of a broader strategy to enhance urban mobility. Construction of a new charging station for electric vehicles began in Podsused in March, and a new tram line in Sarajevska Street, the first in 25 years, is slated for completion this year. The city has also expanded free public transport for children and young people under 18, and for individuals with disabilities, in addition to existing free travel for citizens over 65.