Modernization and Reorganization of Public Transport in Eastern Mexico State: Transforming the Lives of 10 Million People
The eastern part of the Valley of Mexico, with over 10 million inhabitants, faces a high demand for urban mobility. A government plan is investing in modern public transportation, incorporating electric buses, a light rail system, and new BRT lines to promote sustainable mobility.
The east of the State of Mexico, with 10 million inhabitants, faces serious mobility problems stemming from rapid urban growth, insufficient transportation infrastructure, long commute times, and high levels of pollution.
Residents spend up to four hours a day traveling to Mexico City due to a limited and inefficient public transportation system. This negatively impacts quality of life, economic productivity, and public health.
About this Project
The solution lies in the modernization, reorganization, and comprehensive electrification of public transportation through strategic projects: two electric trolleybus lines, a new light rail system, four feeder corridors, and Line VII of the Mexibús.
These systems, supported by the new decentralized public agency, aim to provide sustainable mobility.
The initiative reduces emissions, improves air quality and fosters social inclusion, transforming the mobility of 10 million people and promoting environmental and social sustainability.
Key Highlights
The project is innovative because it integrates the modernization, reorganization, and complete electrification of public transportation in one of the most populated regions of Latin America.
It combines various clean mobility systems—electric trolleybuses, light rail, and feeder corridors—into a single, interconnected network.
With the support of the new decentralized agency (SITEEM), it implements a systemic, multi-level governance model that harmonizes federal, state, and municipal efforts.
Its focus on sustainability, digital fare collection technology, and social equity sets a new benchmark for large-scale, people-centered urban mobility transformation.
Facts & Figures
- The project will benefit 10 million residents, reducing travel times by up to 55% and improving access to jobs and services.
- It will decrease CO₂ emissions by more than 120,000 tons annually and noise pollution by 30%.
- More than 3.4 million people will have new mobility options, and 10,000 direct and indirect jobs will be created.
- Passenger satisfaction and affordability are expected to increase by 40%.
