First section of Line 16 opens in Moscow

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin presided over the opening ceremony on September 7, launching the new line's inaugural four stations: Novatorskaya, Universitet Druzhby Narodov, Generala Tyuleneva, and Tyutchevskaya. 

 

The new section is expected to deliver significant benefits to the city's residents including a cut in travel times of up to 25%, improved access, cutting edge rolling stock and a reduction in congestion both on the roads and on the Metro system itself. 

 

Passenger comfort has been made a priority with modern turnstiles, ticket vending machines and clear signage as well as each station on the new section features a unique architectural design reflecting its location and historical significance. 

 

'The metro Line 16 is one of the largest projects we are undertaking. We opened its first section Novatorskaya-Tyutchevskaya, which includes 4 stations. We anticipate that by 2029, approximately 100,000 Muscovites will use this line daily,' – said Maksim Liksutov, the Deputy Mayor for Moscow Transport.