Rail Systems Projects
Gayrettepe Istanbul Airport Metro
Gayrettepe Istanbul Airport Metro
Türkiye's fastest metro line linking the city center and Istanbul Airport
Gayrettepe Istanbul Airport Metro route
Gayrettepe Istanbul Airport Metro
General Information
Location
Istanbul, Gayrettepe to İGA Airport route
Employer
Ulaştırma ve Altyapı Bakanlığı / Altyapı Yatırımları Genel Müdürlüğü
Project Scale
38 km double track metro
Infrastructure Components
9 stations10 service stations
Function
Fast, safe, uninterrupted transport between Istanbul city center and İGA Airport
Integration
Connections to the city's public transport and rail lines
A major part of Istanbul's transport vision, Gayrettepe Istanbul Airport Metro provides fast, safe and comfortable access between the city center and one of the world's largest airports.
Technologies and Innovations Used
Project Stages and Challenges
Construction Stages
01
Twin tube tunnel excavation and support works
02
Construction of nine stations and connection systems
03
Installation of 10 service stations and maintenance and operating infrastructure
04
Integration of electrification, signaling and driverless systems
Solutions
Modern TBMs excavated Istanbul's difficult terrain, with international metro safety standards applied.
Sustainability
Economic and Social Impact
Transport between Istanbul city center and the airport in minutes eased urban traffic. Serving hundreds of thousands daily, the line saves time and fuel and contributes to the city economy and tourism.
Sustainability and Environmental Sensitivity
Construction Period
Special additives used in TBM excavation extended machine life and reduced resource waste and maintenance needs.
International standard environmental management plans controlled excavation waste, dust and noise.
Operational Period
Increased public transport capacity reduced private car use, traffic loads and noise pollution.
A fast, uninterrupted rail connection from central Istanbul to the airport improved urban quality of life.
With nine stations on 38 km of double track, the line set a new standard for Istanbul's public transport infrastructure.
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