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'''VM''', originally '''Viafèra de Montecara''' ([[Montecaran language|Montecaran]], ''Railway of Montecara'') and colloquially known as '''Vimo''', is a majority {{wp|State-owned enterprise|state-owned}} {{wp|Transit district|transit authority}} and mobility solutions company based in [[Montecara]]. It was created by law on 1 December 1941 to operate Montecara's newly renovated and amalgamated urban rail network. It currently provides transit services in Montecara and under contract in cities around the world.
'''Viafèra de Montecara''' ('''VM''') ([[Montecaran language|Montecaran]], ''Railway of Montecara''), is a public transit provider based in [[Montecara]], with service extending to southeastern [[Luzela]]. It operates {{wp|Commuter rail|commuter rail}}, {{wp|Medium-capacity rail system|light metro}}, {{wp|Bus|bus}}, and {{wp|Ferry|ferry}} services.


== History ==
== History ==
Rail transport in Montecara dates back to 1854, when the city-state’s first railroad was constructed from [[Porta Nuova]] to [[Gabalòn]], a distance of 12 kilometers. The line carried cargo and passengers on trains powered by primitive steam-driven locomotives. A robust network of rails was developed over the following decades, with services mostly taking the form of {{wp|interurban|interurbans}} that ran on dedicated right of way in the countryside and down city streets in built-up areas. A conversion process begun in 1935 was designed to integrate these disparate lines into a single network of interoperable, electrified passenger rail with occasional cargo service. Major construction was completed by 1939, and the system began full-capacity passenger operations in July of that year. The system has since been expanded in several phases, most recently with a 2.5-km extension to [[San Teodòr]] in 2012.
Rail transport in Montecara dates back to 1854, when the city-state’s first railroad was constructed from [[Porta Nuova]] to [[Gabalòn]], a distance of 12 kilometers. The line carried cargo and passengers on trains powered by primitive steam-driven locomotives. A robust network of rails was developed over the following decades, with services mostly taking the form of {{wp|interurban|interurbans}} that ran on dedicated right of way in the countryside and down city streets in built-up areas. A conversion process begun in 1935 was designed to integrate these disparate lines into a single network of interoperable, electrified passenger rail with occasional cargo service. Major construction was completed by 1939, and the system began full-capacity passenger operations in July of that year. The system has since been expanded in several phases, most recently with a 2.5-kilometer extension to [[San Teodòr]] in 2012.


== Governance ==
== Governance ==
VM is a majority state-owned enterprise under the effective control of the Montecaran state. The government appoints the entire board of directors and owns over 80% of the company's stock; the remaining approximately 20% of stock consists of {{wp|preferred stock|preferred shares}} that are publicly traded on the [[Borse Mercànte de Montecara]] and which are senior to the government-owned common stock in terms of payment but which do not carry any votes or other right to governance.  
VM is owned by the Montecaran state. It is managed by a board of directors appointed by the [[College of State (Montecara)|College of State]].


== Transit operations ==
== Finances ==
=== Rail ===
=== Fares ===
[[File:213.77, Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona, railway station Monistrol de Montserrat (Trainpix 199419).jpg|250px|thumbnail|Metrovìa trainset en route to [[Iàlba station]]]]
[[File:Metro Bilbao San Mamés 04.jpg|300px|thumbnail|Ticket vending machines at [[Àeroport Enrico Dulio railway station]]]]
Montecara's urban rail transit system, '''Metrovìa''', is a {{wp|Stadtbahn|city rail}} network that runs underground in the city center and branches out to run on dedicated surface and elevated right-of-way in outlying areas. Trainsets consist of between two and four carriages depending on the level of demand. Stations are generally spaced between 500 and 1500 meters apart, roughly equivalent to a 7- to 22-minute walk taking a direct route.
VM uses an {{wp|integrated ticketing}} model where tickets are valid for the entire system, regardless of mode, for a certain period of time.
 
Tickets are sold at vending machines at all rail stations and many bus stops, at ticket desks at major stations, at tobacconists' shops, via {{wp|SMS}} and the VM mobile app, and by mail, but are not sold on board transit vehicles. Most residents of Montecara take advantage of the ability to use the [[Ùnivers card]], the national identification card, as a transit pass that can be loaded with fares online or at ticket machines. All fare media use {{wp|Near-field communication|NFC}} technology to validate fares.
 
=== Real estate ===
VM owns a substantial portfolio of real estate, some of which it leases at a profit. Major sources of rental icome include {{wp|air rights}} over its facilities, telecommunications equipment such as {{wp|Cell site|cellular telephone masts}}, and retail at stations.
 
== Services ==
=== Regional rail ===
{{main|Viaurea}}
Viaurea is a regional rail network that runs between Montecara and destinations in southeastern Luzela. It includes connections to [[Precea]], [[Montecara–Enrico Dulio International Airport]], and [[Montecara Pòrta Conìxia railway station]].
 
=== Metro ===
{{main|Metrovìa}}
[[File:213.77, Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona, railway station Monistrol de Montserrat (Trainpix 199419).jpg|300px|thumbnail|Metrovìa train en route to [[Iàlba station]]]]
Metrovìa is a {{wp|Medium-capacity rail system|light metro}} network made up of a combination of modern light rail and legacy {{wp|Metre-gauge railway|meter gauge}} tram lines. It runs mostly underground in the city center and on surface and elevated track in outlying areas. Stations are generally spaced between 500 and 1,500 meters apart, roughly equivalent to a 7- to 22-minute walk taking a direct route.


=== Bus ===
=== Bus ===
VM operates two types of {{wp|bus}} service: '''Autobùs''', a typical {{wp|transit bus}} service, and '''Corièra''', which provides longer-distance limited-stop services between the urban center of Montecara and outlying communes, particularly those not well-served by rail.
VM operates two types of {{wp|bus}} service: Autobùs, a typical {{wp|transit bus}} service, and Corièra, which provides longer-distance limited-stop services between the urban center of Montecara and outlying communes, particularly those not well-served by rail.


Autobùs vehicles have all been low-floor since 2009. Certain crowded areas have dedicated lanes and signal priority that allow buses to maintain a relatively high speed compared to other traffic. VM is in the process of converting its entire Autobùs fleet to electric buses, with the goal of having a 100% electric fleet by 2022.
Autobùs vehicles have all been low-floor since 2009. Certain crowded areas have dedicated lanes and signal priority that allow buses to maintain a relatively high speed compared to other traffic. VM is in the process of converting its entire Autobùs fleet to electric buses; the goal set in 2007 of having a 100% electric fleet by 2022 has been pushed back to 2030.


Corièra coaches are equipped with larger, more comfortable seats as well as a toilet and, in newer models, power outlets at every seat.
Corièra coaches are equipped with larger, more comfortable seats as well as a toilet and, in newer models, power outlets at every seat.


=== Ferry ===  
=== Ferry ===  
VM's ferry service is branded as '''Vaporèt'''. The Montecaran state took over a number of unprofitable ferry lines in 1937, turning them into a single public marine transit company that would later become part of VM. The service currently operates routes across the [[Bay of Montecara]], connecting areas that do not have direct links via bridges or tunnels.
VM's ferry service is branded as Vaporèt. The Montecaran state took over a number of unprofitable ferry lines in 1937, turning them into a single public marine transit company that would later become part of VM. The service currently operates routes across the [[Bay of Montecara]], connecting areas that do not have direct links via bridges or tunnels.


=== Fares ===
== Rolling stock ==
[[File:Metro Bilbao San Mamés 04.jpg|250px|thumbnail|left|Ticket vending machines at [[Àeroport station]]]]
{|class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable floatright"
! Service
! Image
! Class
! Built
! Floor height
! Top speed
! Formation
! Total capacity<br />(seated + standing)
! Track gauge
! Overall length
! Width
! Power
|-
|-
! Ticket
| '''Metrovìa'''
! Regular fare
| [[File:Tren N430 de Manresa a Barcelona a SV.jpg|200px]]
| {{nowrap|[https://ca.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C3%A8rie_213_de_FGC CFP 213]}}
| 1999–present
| {{wp|High-floor}}
| 90 km/h
| 3 cars (2 powered; 2 complete units can be combined)
| 467 (128 seated + 339 standing)
| 1,000&nbsp;{{wp|Millimeter|mm}}
| 52&nbsp;{{wp|Meter|m}}
| 2.75&nbsp;m
| 1,500 {{wp|Volt|V}} {{wp|Direct current|DC}} {{wp|Overhead line|overhead line}}
|-
|-
| 90 minutes
| '''Metrovia'''
| Ł10
| [[File:ZaragozaTram.jpg|200px]]
|-
| {{nowrap|{{wp|CAF Urbos#CAF_Urbos_3|CFP U100}}}}
| 24 hours
| 2011–present
| Ł30
| {{wp|Low-floor tram|Low-floor}} (356&nbsp;mm)
|-
| 70 km/h
| 3 days
| 3, 5, or 7 cars
| Ł60
| 129 (3 cars)<br />221 (5 cars)<br />306 (7 cars)
|-
| 1,000&nbsp;mm
| 7 days
| 18&nbsp;m (3 cars)<br />30&nbsp;m (5 cars)<br />{{nowrap|43&nbsp;m (7 cars)}}
| Ł120
| 2.30&nbsp;m
|-
| 750 V DC overhead line
| 30 days
| Ł400
|-
| 1 year
| Ł2400
|}
|}
VM uses an integrated fare model where tickets are valid for the entire system, regardless of mode, for a certain duration. All services use a {{wp|proof of payment}} model without faregates; there are random ticket inspections aboard transit vehicles. Tickets are sold at vending machines at all rail stations and many bus stops, at ticket desks at major stations, at tobacconists' shops, via {{wp|SMS}} and the VM mobile app, and by mail, but are not sold on board transit vehicles. Paper tickets must be validated prior to use. Most residents of Montecara take advantage of the ability to use the [[Ùnivers card]], the national identification card, as a transit pass that can be loaded with fares online or at ticket machines. All fare media use {{wp|Near-field communication|NFC}} technology to validate fares. If caught riding without a valid ticket, a {{wp|penalty fare}} of Ł300 applies. Penalties are administered and collected by VM and do not fall under the remit of criminal law.
== Real estate operations ==
VM owns a substantial portfolio of real estate, some of which it leases at a profit. Because its governing charter requires it to fully fund its domestic transit operations, including expenses on maintenance and capital, before paying out dividends, VM effectively uses rental income to subsidize rail and bus service. Major sources of rental income derive from {{wp|air rights}} over its facilities, telecommunications purposes such as {{wp|Cell site|cellular telephone masts}}, and retail within and adjacent to transit stations.
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File:VM-logo-new.png|1963-1981 logo
File:VM-logo.png|1981-2015 logo
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Latest revision as of 02:46, 30 December 2023

VM
VM logo
Overview
OwnerGovernment of Montecara
Area servedMontecara and adjacent areas in Luzela
Transit typeRegional rail
Light etro
Bus
Ferry
Websitevm.mc
Technical
Track gauge1,500 mm standard gauge
1,000 mm meter gauge
Electrification25 kV / 50 Hz AC overhead lines
1,500 V DC overhead lines
750 V DC overhead lines

Viafèra de Montecara (VM) (Montecaran, Railway of Montecara), is a public transit provider based in Montecara, with service extending to southeastern Luzela. It operates commuter rail, light metro, bus, and ferry services.

History

Rail transport in Montecara dates back to 1854, when the city-state’s first railroad was constructed from Porta Nuova to Gabalòn, a distance of 12 kilometers. The line carried cargo and passengers on trains powered by primitive steam-driven locomotives. A robust network of rails was developed over the following decades, with services mostly taking the form of interurbans that ran on dedicated right of way in the countryside and down city streets in built-up areas. A conversion process begun in 1935 was designed to integrate these disparate lines into a single network of interoperable, electrified passenger rail with occasional cargo service. Major construction was completed by 1939, and the system began full-capacity passenger operations in July of that year. The system has since been expanded in several phases, most recently with a 2.5-kilometer extension to San Teodòr in 2012.

Governance

VM is owned by the Montecaran state. It is managed by a board of directors appointed by the College of State.

Finances

Fares

Ticket vending machines at Àeroport Enrico Dulio railway station

VM uses an integrated ticketing model where tickets are valid for the entire system, regardless of mode, for a certain period of time.

Tickets are sold at vending machines at all rail stations and many bus stops, at ticket desks at major stations, at tobacconists' shops, via SMS and the VM mobile app, and by mail, but are not sold on board transit vehicles. Most residents of Montecara take advantage of the ability to use the Ùnivers card, the national identification card, as a transit pass that can be loaded with fares online or at ticket machines. All fare media use NFC technology to validate fares.

Real estate

VM owns a substantial portfolio of real estate, some of which it leases at a profit. Major sources of rental icome include air rights over its facilities, telecommunications equipment such as cellular telephone masts, and retail at stations.

Services

Regional rail

Main article: Viaurea

Viaurea is a regional rail network that runs between Montecara and destinations in southeastern Luzela. It includes connections to Precea, Montecara–Enrico Dulio International Airport, and Montecara Pòrta Conìxia railway station.

Metro

Main article: Metrovìa
Metrovìa train en route to Iàlba station

Metrovìa is a light metro network made up of a combination of modern light rail and legacy meter gauge tram lines. It runs mostly underground in the city center and on surface and elevated track in outlying areas. Stations are generally spaced between 500 and 1,500 meters apart, roughly equivalent to a 7- to 22-minute walk taking a direct route.

Bus

VM operates two types of bus service: Autobùs, a typical transit bus service, and Corièra, which provides longer-distance limited-stop services between the urban center of Montecara and outlying communes, particularly those not well-served by rail.

Autobùs vehicles have all been low-floor since 2009. Certain crowded areas have dedicated lanes and signal priority that allow buses to maintain a relatively high speed compared to other traffic. VM is in the process of converting its entire Autobùs fleet to electric buses; the goal set in 2007 of having a 100% electric fleet by 2022 has been pushed back to 2030.

Corièra coaches are equipped with larger, more comfortable seats as well as a toilet and, in newer models, power outlets at every seat.

Ferry

VM's ferry service is branded as Vaporèt. The Montecaran state took over a number of unprofitable ferry lines in 1937, turning them into a single public marine transit company that would later become part of VM. The service currently operates routes across the Bay of Montecara, connecting areas that do not have direct links via bridges or tunnels.

Rolling stock

Service Image Class Built Floor height Top speed Formation Total capacity
(seated + standing) 		Track gauge Overall length Width Power
Metrovìa Tren N430 de Manresa a Barcelona a SV.jpg CFP 213 1999–present High-floor 90 km/h 3 cars (2 powered; 2 complete units can be combined) 467 (128 seated + 339 standing) 1,000 mm 52 m 2.75 m 1,500 V DC overhead line
Metrovia ZaragozaTram.jpg CFP U100 2011–present Low-floor (356 mm) 70 km/h 3, 5, or 7 cars 129 (3 cars)
221 (5 cars)
306 (7 cars) 		1,000 mm 18 m (3 cars)
30 m (5 cars)
43 m (7 cars) 		2.30 m 750 V DC overhead line
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