Fraîchement inauguré, le REM passe maintenant par Laval
AI Article Summary
The Réseau express métropolitain (REM) has been inaugurated to serve Laval, adding the Sainte-Dorothée and Île Bigras stations. This extension includes 14 new stations, connecting downtown Montreal to Deux-Montagnes. The fully electric REM project aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions and boost the local economy. New connections and bus lines will support the anticipated increase in ridership.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project demonstrates how transport infrastructure can be used to promote sustainable urban mobility and economic growth. For Quebec builders, this means increased opportunities linked to prefabrication and material supply due to the heightened demand for projects of such scale. The tight timelines for these new stations highlight the importance of efficient planning and execution.
