05/26/2026
We thank the Colegio de Ingenieros Civiles de México and its Transportation Infrastructure Committee for the opportunity to discuss the future of monorail systems in Mexico based on studies conducted for the International Monorail Association (IMA).
During the session, Innova’s Carlos Banchik (IMA Past President) and Luis Placeres shared global perspectives on modern monorail systems and the growing role of automated elevated transit.
Key themes included space constraints in cities, adaptability to complex terrain, and increasing global adoption. We also highlighted Monterrey’s Lines 4 and 6 and a study identifying 12 additional cities in Mexico with strong potential for monorail systems.
Special thanks to Metrorrey and Miguel Angel Guerrero Colorado for contributing valuable firsthand insights.
At Innova, we remain committed to advancing sustainable urban mobility through collaboration and innovation.
Question for transit agencies and planners: What is the biggest barrier today, right‑of‑way, funding, delivery risk, or public acceptance?