In the first phase of construction of the Mexico-Nuevo Laredo Train, authorities revealed the route it will take through Nuevo León.
What is the progress of the Mexico-Nuevo Laredo Train?
The project, initiated by former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and now to be continued by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, is now in the final stages of basic engineering.
According to President Claudia Sheinbaum’s morning press conference, it was mentioned that the basic engineering is 96 percent complete and will be handed over to the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transportation (SICT) for bidding on June 30.
Which municipalities in Nuevo León will the new passenger train serve?
Among the municipalities that will be served by the new Mexico-Nuevo Laredo Train route are the following:
García
Santa Catarina
Monterrey
San Nicolás
Escobedo
Salinas Victoria
Bustamante
Villaldama
Lampazos de Naranjo
Anáhuac
What will the stations be in the first phase?
In this first phase, which will cover the Saltillo-Nuevo Laredo section, the proposed stations were revealed:
Derramadero
Saltillo Centro
Ramos Arizpe
García
Santa Catarina
Monterrey Centro
Las Torres
Bustamante
Anáhuac
Nuevo Laredo Centro
This passenger train is expected to attract more visitors, investors, and boost tourism.
Which states will the passenger train serve?
Although the route will begin in Mexico City, it will include states such as San Luis Potosí, Querétaro, Nuevo León, Tamaulipas, and Nuevo Laredo; With a length of 394 kilometers of single track.
When will the Mexico-Nuevo Laredo Train be ready?
Although there is no specific completion date for the rail project yet, Nuevo León Governor Samuel García announced a few months ago that the goal is to complete it by 2027.
Source: posta
