Helsinki and Espoo finish light rail link ahead of schedule

Construction of a key light rail line between Helsinki and Espoo, Finland has been completed ahead of schedule and will start operating next month. Initially it will run with less frequent services until more vehicles are delivered.

The Jokeri Light Rail Line – which was initially due to be completed in summer 2024 – will link Itäkeskus in the Finnish capital and Keilaniemi in the neighbouring municipality of Espoo.

"The new light rail line will provide a brand new zero-emission mode of transport, which will significantly improve cross-town transport services and travel comfort, "said Mika Nykänen, Executive Director, Helsinki Regional Transport Authority (HSL).

The line is 25 kilom...