it will inaugurates its new branch, Deux-Montagnes, on November 17, producing swifter and cleaner travel links between central Montreal and its burgeoning suburban populations north-west of Laval.

This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Montreal REM Expands with New Deux-Montagnes Branch Opening
Photo – rem.info

Montreal REM Advances Quebec’s Sustainable Mobility Goals

Montreal REM paves way for another record as CDPQ Infra sets date for opening of Deux-Montagnes branch. The project shows Quebec’s biggest venture in transport in decades.

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This new segment connects three major links with Montreal Metro and a few suburban terminals. Since it deploys driverless trains, the REM assures habitual timetables and minimal operating expenses with minimized congestion as well as greenhouse gas emissions.

Engineers performed final safety and performance tests, which ensured signaling system, platform door, and traction unit reliability. Testing pushes automation rigorously, which CDPQ Infra prioritizes with safety, as well as with respect to, energy efficiency at each phase of work.

Montreal REM Strengthens Regional Economy and Connectivity

The REM started its construction in 2018 at a cost of over $6 billion. It is a public-private investment that will create a hundred or so engineering as well as construction jobs.

With each segment completed, the Montreal REM advances sustainable urban mobility by convincing individuals to make a transition from cars to electric trains. Since it runs on renewable power, it falls in line with Canada’s climate pledge.

Officials envision that high daily ridership will result for the corridor at Deux-Montagnes given that it connects major employment areas with residential areas. And with increased use of the REM, downtown businesses and communities will get to reap the benefits of faster, more consecutive travel.

Source: www.progressiverailroading.com

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What is the Montreal REM?

The Montreal REM (Réseau express métropolitain) is a $6 billion automated light-rail network connecting downtown Montreal with surrounding suburbs and the South Shore.

When will the new Montreal REM branch open?

CDPQ Infra confirmed the official opening date for the Deux-Montagnes branch as November 17, 2025.

How does the Montreal REM support sustainability?

The network operates on clean electricity, reduces carbon emissions, and encourages commuters to shift from cars to rail for daily travel.