A major milestone in Helsinki s public transportation is set to be achieved as the high-speed tram line, known as Line 15, connecting Itäkeskus in Helsinki to Keilaniemi in Espoo, is scheduled to commence its operations on Saturday, October 21. This new 25-kilometer tram line will introduce tram services to entirely new areas while also providing convenient interchange connections with both the metro and commuter trains.
The Raide-Jokeri light rail line is playing a pivotal role in the development and growth of Keilaniemi, Otaniemi, and Leppävaara in Espoo. This ambitious light rail project has sparked increased construction activities, the establishment of new housing and workplaces, and the expansion of services along its route, fostering further urbanization.
Connecting Keilaniemi, Otaniemi, and Leppävaara, which serve as Espoo s technological and innovation hubs, the new light rail connection to Itäkeskus in Helsinki is vital for promoting these areas growth.
A verdant public park is being planned for Keilaranta to improve outdoor recreational opportunities and improve biodiversity in the area. An international conference hotel and four tower blocks for office and residential use will also be built on the waterfront.
The Keilaranta detailed plan is part of the wider efforts to develop the Keilaniemi district.
Test runs on the Jokeri Light Rail line start in Espoo on 1 February. The light rail is an important new means of transport in Espoo and supports the city’s goal of carbon neutrality.
Running from Keilaniemi in Espoo to Itäkeskus in Helsinki, the Jokeri Light Rail will improve rail transport connections and increase the punctuality, capacity and comfort of cross-town transport services. The new rail line will connect Espoo’s most significant tech job clusters in Keilaniemi, Otaniemi and Leppävaara.