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Construction work on the Vantaa Light Rail expands in December around the bridge crossing Porvoonväylä
NewsPreparatory works for the Vantaa Light Rail began in November on Länsimäentie in the area surrounding the bridge crossing Porvoonväylä. After the City Council approved the updated project plan, the project has now moved into the construction phase on Länsimäentie.
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Light rail line 15 captured the hearts of passengers
ArticleIn Helsinki, the clanking of tram cars has been heard for over 100 years, but the first light rail line only began operating in October 2023 – and with none of the clanking.
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The Tikkurila bus terminal is moving in February
NewsThe light rail tunnel will eventually run under the Tikkurila bus terminal, which is why the buses must move elsewhere for the duration of the construction. According to the current information, this change will take place in early February 2026.
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The light rail construction sites are expanding in December
NewsThe Vantaa light rail construction sites have impacted the lives of residents in Tikkurila’s center since the spring. In December, the construction of the light rail will begin to cover a significantly larger area.
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Work Phase That May Cause Noise Begins on Länsimäentie South of Porvoo Motorway
ReleaseWork Phase That May Cause Noise Begins on Länsimäentie South of Porvoo Motorway
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The oak tree in Library Park will be felled – but it will still remain in Library Park in the future
NewsThe oak tree in Library Park will be felled on December 3, as its growing site is located at the Vantaa Light Rail tunnel. Artist Antti Laitinen will take possession of the oak trunk and create an artwork from it.
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Construction of the Vantaa Light Rail begins on Kyytitie in December
NewsConstruction of the Vantaa light rail will begin on Kyytitie in December. During the first phase in December 2025, work will take place on three sections of Kyytitie. Work in the area will continue until 2029.
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Building of Vantaa light rail progresses full speed ahead in December - implementation agreement signed
NewsBuilding of Vantaa light rail will really get going in December 2025, when the light rail alliance’s implementation stage begins. The alliance partners signed the agreement on the implementation stage on November 26, 2025.