Summary sheet
The project concerns the construction in Valenciennes of a dedicated public transport system (tramway). The first line will have a commercial length of 9.2 km, with 19 stops, 5 of which will be configured as intermodal hubs.
The project, which forms part of the Urban Mobility Plan for Valenciennes, will help to connect the conurbation's residential, educational and economic centres. A number of subsidised housing districts will benefit from the tramway. University campuses and teaching establishments (colleges, secondary schools, etc…) will also be served by the first line.
Overall, the project will have a positive impact on the environment and on transport conditions in the Valenciennes conurbation.
The project falls under European procurement directive 93/38/EC as amended by directive 98/4/EC. The promoter complies fully with the provisions of this directive.