In a multi-participant event – this morning, Thursday, the debut trip of the electric train, from the Navon station in Jerusalem to the Modiin Merkaz station, was inaugurated. Mayor: “The center is closer than ever to Jerusalem”
Posted on: 31.3.22 20:29
History: From today, Thursday, residents and residents of Modi’in-Maccabim-Reut and the surrounding area will be able to reach Jerusalem for the first time by a new train line. Minister of Transportation and Road Safety, MK Merav Michaeli, Director General of the Ministry of Transportation and Road Safety Michal Frank, Chairman of the Israel Railways Board Moshe Shimoni and Israel Railways Director Michael Meiksner, Mayor Moshe Leon and Mayor Modiin-Maccabim-Reut Haim Bibbs , Inaugurated this morning, Thursday, the debut journey of the electric train, from Navon station in Jerusalem to Modiin Merkaz station.
The Ministry of Transportation stated that “From now on, residents and residents of Modi’in-Maccabim-Re’ut and the surrounding area will arrive from the outskirts of Modi’in station to Jerusalem in just 22 minutes. The train line will operate all days of the week, including Fridays and Saturdays. Direction and later, the frequency will increase to two trips per hour in each direction. “
“The operation of the line was made possible with the completion of the railway works on the” Keshet Modiin “project, which connects the city of Modiin to the high-speed line to Jerusalem,” the Ministry of Transportation notes. “The works included the construction of a double and electrified track 5.2 kilometers long, three bridges and a tunnel about 650 meters long.”
“Kol Ha’ir” was told that “starting tomorrow, the Ministry of Transportation and the Israel Railways will also improve the train service between Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and Herzliya. The electric train line between Jerusalem and Herzliya will now operate on Fridays, with a frequency of one train per hour in each direction.”
It was also reported that “at the same time, the service will also be expanded on the train lines between Modi’in and Tel Aviv and other destinations, and the operating hours will be extended until close to midnight. The Tel Aviv Intelligence line will also be operated on Fridays and Saturdays.”
Minister of Transportation and Road Safety, MK Merav Michaeli: “We excitedly inaugurated a 22-minute electric train connection on the Modi’in-Jerusalem line, which was made possible thanks to a lot of effort. The Ministry of Transportation under my leadership is investing in shortening the schedules of electrifying the railway and carrying out additional infrastructure projects so that we can all get from place to place in a convenient, efficient and safer way by public transport. In these difficult days of painful and difficult events, we will do everything to ensure that our transportation space allows for security – personal and national. During this week’s visits to the Emirates, I found partners in a vision of a better life, and I came to know that they too are interested in promoting the “Peace Trains” project that will connect Israel to the United Arab Emirates. “Our ability to advance the vision of public transportation and freedom of movement depends on the work of many professionals and as we have reached this day that we connect Modiin and Jerusalem by electric line, so we will continue to do so in the future.”
Michal Frank, Director General of the Ministry of Transportation: “Thousands of residents of Jerusalem and Modiin can choose today to part with their private vehicles, and enjoy fast, green and reliable public transportation. The new line implements the change in the ministry’s perception, to provide “door-to-door” transportation solutions, along with a network of light rail in Jerusalem and high-frequency buses and bicycle lanes. “
Israel Railways CEO Micha Meiksner: “Today we mark an important event in which we connect a mother city in Israel to the capital, an engineeringly complex project on a route that passes through a tunnel, while working on active lines and electrification. I would like to thank Sarah for the trust and mayors who were able to quickly advance the necessary approvals and bureaucracy. And especially I want to thank the workers who worked on this important project, and also thank them for working around the clock to provide a reliable train service to the citizens of the country, even at special events we have experienced recently. I am proud to be a part of this organization. “
Israel Railways Chairman Moshe Shimoni: “We are proud to sign another chapter today in upgrading public transportation in Israel. A chapter that includes environmentally friendly electrical infrastructure, a fast connection between the two city centers, and strengthening the connection of the capital of Israel. It is the determination and dedication of the railway workers that brought us to this moment, and we do not stop for a moment in building the electricity infrastructure across the country. Millions of passengers who to this day travel on the electric lines enjoy advanced service, and testify that patience pays off. Now the residents of Modi’in and the surrounding area will also join them. “
Mayor Moshe Leon: “The center is closer than ever to Jerusalem. The new and advanced train line that will arrive from Modi’in to Jerusalem is a huge line for the traveling public that will reach the capital of Israel, in a short period of time, quickly and efficiently. This line, in addition to the line that already operates between Herzliya and Jerusalem, along with the light rail that operates in the city and reaches every major destination in Jerusalem, in fact indicate the real social and environmental revolution. “
The mayor of Modi’in-Maccabim-Re’ut, Haim Bibbs: “Modi’in Maccabim-Re’ut is in a central strategic location between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem,” Keshet Modi’in “illustrates this in practice and creates new opportunities for jobs, entertainment and leisure in less than half an hour. “The new line, combined with the return of train lines to Tel Aviv to full activity all days of the week, will benefit the city’s residents with a higher level of comfort and quality of life, in addition to encouraging domestic tourism and increasing employment. This is great news.”
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