ASTANA, Kazakhstan, May 16. President of
Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has launched the operation of the
Astana LRT system, Trend reports via the press service of the Kazakh
president.
Astana Akim Zhenis Kassymbek stated that a dedicated dispatch
service for the light rail transit system has been established
within the framework of the LRT launch. In total, 21 specialists
are engaged in monitoring and regulating Astana’s public transport
operations.
Each LRT train is designed to accommodate more than 600
passengers. The system will operate 15 trains, including four
reserve units, in driverless mode along a 22.4-kilometer route.
The functions of control, acceleration, braking, door operation,
and emergency response are fully automated. At the same time, the
system retains the capability for manual control and communication
with dispatch operators to ensure additional safety oversight.
The infrastructure comprises 18 stations and a modern depot. The
total travel time along the route is approximately 40 minutes, with
an average operating speed of 50–60 kilometers per hour. Train
intervals are set at five to six minutes.
g the entire route will take around 40 minutes, with an average
speed of 50–60 kilometers per hour. Train intervals will range from
five to six minutes.
