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Sheinbaum Sets Pre-World Cup Opening for AIFA Passenger Train

The government begins trial runs this month to validate signaling and safety before opening.

Overview

  • The president said the line will be operating before the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a commissioning period.
  • Initial test runs are scheduled for December, with invited officials joining the first trip.
  • Sheinbaum described the civil works as practically complete ahead of the testing phase.
  • Authorities outlined a roughly two- to three-month window to complete safety and signaling validation.
  • The project spans 23 kilometers with six stations plus an AIFA terminal and is intended to improve access for residents of Tultitlán, Tultepec, Nextlalpan and Zumpango, as Pachuca is confirmed as a World Cup base camp.