Light Rail Modernization Program (LRMP) is a $1.3 billion program of investments in light rail vehicles, signal systems, stations, track, and maintenance facilities for Baltimore’s Central Light Rail Line. The 2025 Moore-Miller transportation budget provides additional revenue that fully funds this program. The need to upgrade MTA’s current light rail vehicles is an opportunity to improve the system that is only presented once every several decades.

Project Benefits

  • Improved accessibility
  • Increased frequency and reliability
  • Faster boarding and travel times
  • Traffic safety through traffic operations changes
  • Enhanced security at transit stations
  • Refreshed and modern station design features

What’s Happening Now?

MTA is currently developing performance requirements for all program elements and initiating procurements for all contractors through a Progressive Design Build process.

The team is working with Baltimore City, Anne Arundel and Baltimore Counties, and Key Stakeholders on this program.

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Light Rail Modernization Program Industry Day with MTA!

The MTA invites businesses to an exclusive Light Rail Modernization Program Industry Day from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the BWI Sheraton (1100 Old Elkridge Landing Rd, Linthicum Heights, MD 21090). Check in begins at 8 a.m. Participants can also attend virtually.

This event is for prime contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. Small, disadvantaged, veteran-owned and minority-owned businesses are highly encouraged to attend.

This event is a prime opportunity to:

  • Gain strategic insights into the MTA's vision and upcoming Light Rail projects, including its Light Rail Modernization Program.
  • Understand procurement processes and potential contracting opportunities.
  • Network with industry peers.
  • Participate in a Q&A session with the expert team.

Don't miss this chance to partner with the MTA and contribute to Maryland's public transportation future! RSVP by June 24, 2025, by registering here!

In-person space is limited and will fill quickly—reserve your spot today!

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Contact the Team

Have questions or comments? Reach out to the team via email or phone:
Email: lightrailmodernization@mta.maryland.gov 
Phone (Voice-mailbox): 410-767-9099