India’s development of own linear motor trains shows SkyTrain technology is the future
Kolkata could be the next city with a “SkyTrain technology” linear motor metro system thanks to a pilot program to develop LIM trains.
Mayor’s $8 billion SkyTrain estimate not supported by evidence
The mayor’s dismissal of future SkyTrain to Newton and South Surrey based on a cost that hasn’t even been studied yet is deeply irresponsible.
Edmonton LRT line shuts down for 20 hours after Tesla crash sets train on fire
A Tesla slammed into the Edmonton LRT vehicle, exploded, caused the train to derail, and then set it on fire—sending passengers scrambling for the exit, and shutting down service for 20 hours.
Light Rail Defenders threaten to derail transit progress
Light rail defenders on Surrey City Council voted against TransLink’s King George BRT plan. This is completely unacceptable.
Light Rail Defenders in Surrey are Wrong on Costs
As light rail projects across Canada come in billions over budget, certain defenders continue to advocate for a system that can be shut down by a single fender-bender.
Malaysia-China SkyTrain Deal Ends Vancouver’s Biggest Transit Lie
A deal signed in Kuala Lumpur buries thirty years of misinformation that had been weaponized by groups to stall expansion of the Vancouver SkyTrain system.
King George BRT provides an opportunity to make SkyTrain more affordable
TransLink’s proposed King George BRT creates a rare opportunity to lay the groundwork now and reduce the future cost of a second SkyTrain line for Surrey.
Calgary transit chaos shows LRT has no place in Surrey and Metro Vancouver
A video clip shows massive crowds swarming a Calgary Transit bus, which was assisting due to the shutdown of a surface light rail line due to an accident.
BC NDP’s non-support could set SkyTrain to Newton back by decades
The BC NDP have not pledged to match the BC Conservatives’ promise for SkyTrain to Newton.
SkyTrain for Surrey — Our Provincial Election 2024 Voters’ Guide
It’s time to bring Surrey and Langley in line with the rest of the region. That means building SkyTrain to both Langley City and Newton.