The keys to the CAF train project in Jerusalem
The project, awarded in 2019, is an investment of around 1.8 billion euros and envisages the construction of the Green Line and the expansion of the Red Line passing through East Jerusalem, which is expected to be completed by 2027.
The Guipuzcoana company CAF has assured that it has not verified "human rights violations" in the Jerusalem train project, but that "it has a positive impact on the population, as confirmed by independent expert reports".
But what is the project?
The project was awarded in 2019. It is an investment of around EUR 1.8 billion and envisages the construction of the Green Line and the expansion of the Red Line passing through East Jerusalem. The works are expected to be completed by 2027.
The project includes the operation of both lines for a period of 15 years (which can be extended to 25 years) and 25 years of maintenance. Shapir also has a 50% stake. Shapir. This Israeli construction company was included last year in the UN list of organizations using colonization.
Technical characteristics and circumstances of the operation
- The Red Line will be extended 6.8 km.
- The new Green Line will have an A020.6 km and four stations.
- In total, 27 new kilometres will be built between the two lines.
- 53 will build new stations.
- CAF will supply the Urbos 114 tram for the Green Line and rehabilitate the 46 trams on the Red Line.
- CAF will also be responsible for signalling, communication, energy... as well as maintenance of both lines.
- It is an investment of 1.8 billion euros.
In addition, work is about to begin on a third route,the24km long Blue Line.
Controversial points
- Amnesty International and the UN have criticised the fact that the tram will cross the areas of East Jerusalem and its settlements in the territories occupied by Israel, which could disrupt events deemed illegal by international law.
- CAF, for its part, has stated that it has carried out legal and human rights assessments and that no violations have been identified, but that "the project has social benefits for citizens".
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