Statements (52)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:light_rail
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| gptkbp:accessibility |
wheelchair accessible
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| gptkbp:annual_ridership |
approximately 37 million
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| gptkbp:challenges |
funding issues
maintenance costs competition from other transport modes service disruptions due to weather |
| gptkbp:community_impact |
supports local economy
reduces travel time promotes tourism enhances connectivity |
| gptkbp:connects |
gptkb:South_Shields
gptkb:Gateshead gptkb:Sunderland gptkb:Newcastle_Airport |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
symbol of the city
featured in local media community events held at stations |
| gptkbp:electrification |
overhead line
|
| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
low emissions
reduces traffic congestion |
| gptkbp:expansion_plans |
new stations proposed
line extensions proposed |
| gptkbp:fare_system |
Zonal fare system
|
| gptkbp:frequency |
every 7-15 minutes
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
first metro system in the UK
influenced other UK metro systems |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Newcastle Metro
|
| gptkbp:integrates_with |
gptkb:National_Rail_services
gptkb:bus_services |
| gptkbp:length |
78 km
|
| gptkbp:line |
Green Line
Yellow Line |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Newcastle_upon_Tyne
|
| gptkbp:number_of_lines |
2
|
| gptkbp:opened |
gptkb:1981
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| gptkbp:operating_hours |
5:00 AM to midnight
|
| gptkbp:operator |
gptkb:Nexus
|
| gptkbp:partnerships |
collaborates with local businesses
works with educational institutions engages with community organizations |
| gptkbp:safety_features |
CCTV surveillance
emergency alarms |
| gptkbp:service_type |
urban transit
|
| gptkbp:stations |
60
|
| gptkbp:technology |
contactless payment options
real-time information displays mobile app for ticketing |
| gptkbp:ticketing_system |
gptkb:credit_card
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| gptkbp:track_gauge |
1435 mm (standard gauge)
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Newcastle_upon_Tyne
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
|