Toronto Crosstown LRT | ?m | ?s | Metrolinx | Arcadis

[stevedean]

Agree, but the same question..... did ML buy a proven product or was this custom designed during the project execution?

- Paul

Exactly!
You're telling me, there is no LRT system like this in the world? Even in Canada, are there not above/below ground systems in Calgary, Edmonton, and Ottawa?
We really had to create a brand new system for the very special Eglinton...

 

[unrealestate]

The line runs automated in its grade-separated right-of-way underground/elevated (Automatic Train Operation or ATO), and once it emerges at Laird, it switches to manual control since it runs on street (Automatic Train Protection or ATP). Transitioning between the two systems on one line mid-service I believe is somewhat unconventional and is probably behind some of the headaches.

having a section above ground and not grade separated was such an idiotic decision

 

[DSC]

This headline on CP24 really sums it all up! Certainly good new that it COULD open in 2025!

Eglinton Crosstown LRT could open in 2025, Metrolinx CEO teases

There may be light at the end of the tunnel for the Eglinton Crosstown LRT. Metrolinx CEO Phil Verster provided an update on the over-budget, long-delayed project on Thursday at a board meeting, saying the Crown corporation is pushing towards a 2025 opening date.

www.cp24.com

 

[Bojaxs]

having a section above ground and not grade separated was such an idiotic decision

Hear, hear!

EDIT: Hopefully sometime in the future we can consider converting the entire Eglinton line to the same standards as the Ontario line. Including grade separating the "Golden Mile" stretch.