Tram lines in Odesa are being modernized to accommodate people with disabilities and to save energy.
The Odesa municipal enterprise "Odesmishelektrotrans" is modernizing its tram fleet by installing lifts for people with disabilities and a new traction control system, which is expected to reduce electricity consumption by 40%. All work is being carried out at the company's own production facility.
In Odesa, the tram network is undergoing an update. The Odesa municipal enterprise "Odesmishelektrotrans" (OMET) is carrying out major repairs on trams, essentially rebuilding them.
The main feature of the modernized carriages is their full adaptation for people with limited mobility. Special lifts are installed in the cabins, which can be deployed in a matter of seconds. According to the press service of the Odesa city council, the tram driver helps to deploy the lift and personally accompanies the passenger in the wheelchair during boarding and disembarking.
During the major renovation, specialists from OMET are restoring the body and chassis, installing modern, comfortable seats, and installing efficient heating and air conditioning systems. In addition, the trams are being equipped with a new traction control system, which allows for up to 40% energy savings compared to older models.
The city administration emphasizes that work on the systematic upgrade of the public transport fleet is ongoing, with the aim of making public transportation in Odesa more accessible, comfortable, and cost-effective.