Canberra Metro

Established in 2016, Canberra Metro is responsible for the design, construction, operation, maintenance and equity investment of Canberra’s light rail network. Our commitment is to deliver a modern, reliable public transport system that connects communities and supports Canberra’s long‑term growth.

At its core, Canberra Metro is driven by three priorities: moving people, enriching lives and enabling sustainable growth.

Canberra Metro is proud to have successfully designed, built, financed, operated and maintained Stage 1 of Canberra’s light rail network on behalf of the ACT Government.

Since commencement of operations, Stage 1 has delivered a safe, reliable and high‑performing service, achieving strong customer satisfaction and helping reshape how Canberra moves.

Building on this success, Canberra Metro is now delivering Stage 2A, extending the light rail network and strengthening connections across the city. As the delivery partner for this city‑shaping infrastructure, we remain committed to setting benchmarks for safety, reliability, accessibility and customer experience through to 2038.

By placing customers and community at the heart of our operations, we support greater public transport adoption, enhance connectivity, and contribute to sustainable economic development and urban renewal.

Backed by a consortium of leading national and international partners, Canberra Metro is helping shape the next phase of light rail in the nation’s capital and supporting Canberra’s growth for decades to come.

July 2016
First sod turned for Light Rail Stage 1
October 2017
First rail laid for Light Rail Stage 1
December 2017
First Light Rail Vehicle arrives
June 2018
Light Rail Vehicle testing commences
October 2018
Final rail laid for Light Rail Stage 1
April 2019
Stage 1 operations commence
December 2023
Canberra Metro contracted to deliver Stage 2A
February 2025
Light Rail Stage 2A construction commencement
2028
Light Rail Stage 2A service commencement
July 2022
Depot and LRV design commenced
June 2023
Depot construction works commence
April 2024
Depot construction works complete
November 2024
First new LRV commissioned
October 2025
First Retrofit LRV commissioned
June 2026
New and Retrofit LRV commissioning complete
26 km

Total track laid

382

Overhead wire poles

1,200 +

Trees planted

Stage 2A - Construction Highlights

Light Rail Stage 2A is being delivered with strong local industry participation, engaging more than 130 local and regional businesses across construction, trades, professional services and supply chains. This approach keeps investment in Canberra, supports local jobs and builds long‑term capability by working with businesses that know and serve the community.

90,000

weekly boardings

5,000

workers

300 +

local businesses involved

Stage 1 – Community Highlights

Canberra's light rail is connecting communities across the city while generating real benefits for the local economy, engaging local businesses and drawing most of its workforce from Canberra and surrounds.

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Get involved

Be part of Canberra’s light rail story. Explore what’s ahead, find out how you can get involved and discover the journey so far.

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2A project information

Stay up to date with the latest progress as we extend the network to Commonwealth Park.

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Safety Campaign

Learn how to stay safe around light rail and help us keep our community protected.

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Join the team

Be part of the team building Canberra’s future. Explore current opportunities with Canberra Metro.

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Our history

Discover the milestones, people and moments that have shaped Canberra’s light rail journey.

Collaboration

Joint Venture Partners

Light Rail Stage 1 and 2A are being delivered through a strong partnership between leading organisations in infrastructure and construction.

Moving Canberra forward, together

Canberra Metro is delivering a light rail network that connects communities, supports local growth and shapes a more sustainable future for our city. Explore our projects to see how the network is taking shape.

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