“Importantly, we look forward to helping Seattle show the important role that light rail plays in the sustainable growth of one of our country’s most important regions today. “It has been an honor to help Sound Transit expand and update its light rail system,” said Michael Cahill, president of Siemens Mobility’s Rolling Stock business for North America. The S700 will be featured on their upcoming Northgate Link light rail extension, a new 4.3 mile project, which will open October 2. These new trains will play an important role.

On Wednesday, Sound Transit CEO Julie Timm said the most. Sound Transit is undergoing an aggressive expansion plan which will nearly triple the current light rail system from 22 miles to 62 miles. Sound Transit is hoping to improve riders experience on Link light rail trains by bringing some changes to the transit system in 2023. And all this is accompanied by a new, upgraded passenger information system. LED light strips change color and alert when the door is opening/closing soon, helping to prevent unnecessary door blocking. The growing ridership in Seattle and neighboring cities will now enjoy their light rail travel in sleek cars that feature larger windows, better accessibility and more luggage and bike storage space.

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