Category: Moscow Metro

In celebration of the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, Moscow Metro has prepared memorable decorations, now installed at the entrances of 11 stations. Ten stations feature installations with stars and glowing beams, creating an atmosphere of celebration and grandeur.

One of the highlights is the unique installation at Chistye Prudy station: a 2-meter-tall letter «M» adorned with a St. George ribbon, an order, and the word «Victory» in retro style. This design emphasizes the significance of this event for the country.

Moscow Metro has a long-standing tradition of participating in national holidays and significant events under the leadership of Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin. For the Victory anniversary, not only stations has been decorated, but a themed train has also been launched on Line 3. Additionally, festive events have been organized for passengers, — noted Maksim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport.

For the second consecutive year, Trubnaya station has been adorned for May 9th. In honor of the 80th anniversary of Victory, 25 St. George ribbons and 50 bows have been placed at the station, creating a special ambiance that highlights the importance of this day for all Russians.

The capital’s transport system traditionally participates in national holidays and important events under the directive of Mayor Sergey Sobyanin. For the 80th anniversary of Victory, the metro infrastructure has been decorated with jubilee installations, and a themed train has been launched on the Line 3. Festive events have also been prepared for passengers, — said Maxim Liksutov.

Moscow Metro invites all passengers and residents of the capital to enjoy the festive decorations and take part in the celebrations dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory!

Moscow recently hosted a grand tram parade that attracted a record-breaking number of visitors. Over 220,000 residents and guests gathered to celebrate the city’s tram history, marking the highest attendance in the past five years.

A procession of 11 trams travelled along a new route, starting from Shabolovka Street to Danilovskaya Manufactory and then back. Visitors had the unique opportunity to step inside the meticulously restored tramcars, explore their interiors, and take a closer look at vintage fare boxes and ticket punchers, once used for fare collection.

The celebration extended to the newly renovated P.L. Apakov tram depot, which opened its doors to the public for the first time after an extensive reconstruction. The depot hosted an exhibition featuring over 20 historic tramcars from various generations, allowing attendees to sit on the seats, hold onto the handrails, and immerse themselves in the history of Moscow’s tram system.

The event was more than just a parade. Visitors enjoyed live performances by musical and dance ensembles, with the renowned band «Moralny Kodex» headlining the program. Guests also participated in contests to win memorable prizes and sampled hearty dishes prepared in a field kitchen.

Moscow Transport is proud to uphold the tradition of hosting tram parades in the capital. Last year, we organized three such events, drawing over 500,000 visitors. The tram parade at Shabolovka Street once again demonstrated that residents love and appreciate this wonderful mode of transport, which can rightfully be called a symbol of our city. We will continue to develop Moscow’s tram system under the directive of Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, — said Maksim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Tram parade and exhibition served as a vibrant reminder of the city’s dedication to preserving and celebrating its transportation heritage while continuing to modernize and expand its tram network. This year’s event was a resounding success, bringing the community together to honor a cherished symbol of Moscow.

Moscow is preparing to begin test runs of its next-generation metro train, the Moskva-2026, announced Deputy Mayor for Transport and Industry Maksim Liksutov.

According to Maksim Liksutov, trial operations without passengers could begin as early as 2025. If successful, the trains are expected to enter full service in 2026, starting with the Line 2.

The Moskva-2026 train is currently in development, and we expect to receive the first test units later this year. These trials are a crucial step to ensure the trains can begin carrying passengers by 2026 — said Maksim Liksutov.

The Line 2 will be the first to introduce the new rolling stock, as part of the city’s broader effort to modernize its metro system.

As Maksim Liksutov noted, payment using the facial recognition system has proven its safety and reliability. Russian payment service is provided with a banking level of protection, all data is encrypted.

Every weekday Muscovites enter public transport using facial recognition more than 160 thousand times, which highlights system’s popularity. The number of passengers using this most convenient payment method continues to grow.

Biometrics is the most convenient fare payment system with the most favorable rates. We continue to develop it on behalf of Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin. By the end of this year, we will connect every Metro and Moscow Central Circle turnstile to biometrics. And to make the system work faster, we will install additional Russian-made equipment in the station lobbies — said Maksim Liksutov.

MOSCOW, April 2025 — This May, the iconic —a monumental milestone for one of the world’s most renowned and efficient urban transport systems. Since its inaugural ride in 1935, the Metro has remained a symbol of comfort, reliability, and safety for millions of Muscovites and visitors alike.

Moscow Metro will celebrate its 90th anniversary.

The Metro’s humble beginnings featured a single line stretching from Sokolniki to Park Kultury, with a branch from Okhotniy Ryad to Smolenskaya—just 13 stations in total. Today, the network boasts 302 stations, with an impressive 120 of them opened since 2010.

To mark the occasion, the city is preparing a series of festive events throughout April and May. Stations will be adorned with decorations, and special themed trains, trams, and buses will roll out across the network. The historic Sokolniki station, the very first to open, will serve as a key celebration site. On May 15, it will host a historical reenactment of the Metro’s grand launch in 1935.

One of the event highlights will be the beloved train parade on the Circle Line, a spectacle that draws thousands of passengers each year. Additionally, for the first time, the Polezhaevskaya station will host an exclusive exhibition of specialized Metro equipment, including the unique diagnostic train Synergiya-2, which monitors tunnel and track conditions in real time.

At the heart of the celebration are the people—both passengers and the more than 60,000 dedicated Metro employees, many of whom see their work as a true vocation.

Starting in April, anyone can send their congratulations to the Metro’s staff and system via the Aleksandra chatbot. Messages will be displayed across over 34,000 transport screens, with the most heartfelt ones featured on the facade of the Smolensky Metro Bridge.

As the Moscow Metro turns 90, it continues to be not just a means of transportation, but a cultural and architectural landmark that connects the city’s past, present, and future.