First train for Paris metro line 18 arrives as testing phase begins ahead of 2026 launch

2025-06-18T16:18:15

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The first metro train for line 18 has been delivered, starting tests ahead of the planned opening between Massy-Palaiseau and Christ de Saclay stations.

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