Video of Parramatta Light Rail daytime testing
Monday, 13 May 2024
Daytime testing for Parramatta Light Rail is kicking off today, marking another milestone as the system gears up for passenger services later this year.
For the first time, Parramatta workers and residents will begin to see the 45-metre trams travelling in the heart of Parramatta during off-peak times between 10am and 3pm.
The first daytime test run will see the tram journey from the stabling facility in Camellia, complete a run up to Carlingford and back, before rolling into the Parramatta CBD.
With an experienced driver at the controls, the tram will cross a number of key traffic intersections and pass local schools on Macquarie Street, giving locals an exciting glimpse of their future public transport network.
Parramatta Light Rail Stage 1 testing continues to gather pace, with more daytime testing ahead across the entire alignment to ensure the safety and reliability of the system before passenger services can commence.
Current activities include testing the full load capacities of vehicles and infrastructure, as well as testing network communications and vehicle operations.
Safety is paramount and the NSW Government continues to engage closely with schools, businesses, stakeholders and the wider community to support safe behaviours around the light rail.
Project information and engagement sessions are also being held at various Western Sydney locations, providing an opportunity to share safety information and updates about the project.
For more information about the project and its upcoming community engagement sessions, visit the Parramatta Light Rail website: www.nsw.gov.au/parramatta-light-rail.
