TransLink rolls out FIFA World Cup 2026 service plans – masstransitmag.com

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TransLink is rolling out its plan for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
TransLink is rolling out its plan for the FIFA World Cup 2026, seven games of which will be taking place in Vancouver, B.C. The agency notes that it will deliver major service increases across bus, SkyTrain, SeaBus and the West Coast Express, supported by more frontline staff to manage crowds, support safety and keep people moving efficiently. 
“This region knows what it takes to host the world, and our transit system has been part of that success every step of the way,” said TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn. “Vancouver is the only 2026 host city with this track record: a World Expo, the Olympic Games, the FIFA Women’s World Cup—and now the FIFA Men’s World Cup. TransLink will leverage that experience to scale up service and move large crowds safely and reliably. Our system was built for major events, and it’s ready for the world’s biggest.  
The agency says it will deliver approximately 600 additional bus trips per day during the event, including: 
The agency will also be delivering additional SkyTrain service, including: 
TransLink says it will deliver extra SeaBus sailings to support travel across Burrard Inlet throughout the event. SeaBus will operate with: 
Special weekend West Coast Express trains will support travel to and from local weekend matches: 
TransLink notes that during the tournament, HandyDART will have designated pick-up and drop-off locations to support seamless HandyDART travel during the tournament: 
Throughout the tournament, TransLink will increase frontline staffing to support crowd management, customer wayfinding and safety. Additional SkyTrain Attendants, Canada Line Attendants, Transit Police, Transit Security Officers, Transit Supervisors, SeaBus Marine Attendants, Customer Information Agents and Transit Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions, help manage crowds, provide directions and support customer safety.  
TransLink is encouraging riders to plan their trip ahead of time and sign up for alerts through its app. The agency is also recommending riders use Compass, contactless credit or debit card or mobile wallet for fare payment. 

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