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automated rapid transit system with unattended (driverless) train operation in the world, and the longest grade-separated rapid transit system in Canada. The Skytrain light metro (a hybrid light rail/rapid transit) system currently consists of the Expo Line, 17.6 miles, opened in 1985; the Millennium Line, 12.4 miles, opened in 2002; and the Canada Line, 12 miles, opened in 2009. The new four-car Bombardier Innovia 300 trains provide
greater passenger capacity and better traffic pattern flow with an open articulated design. The first-generation Mark I trains hold 80 people per car, and 130 is the nominal capacity of a newer Mark II while the older Mark IIs have a nominal capacity of 123. The average Mark III has a capacity of 133 per car. Each Mark III car features modern LED lighting that provides a brighter-lit car interior for customers. Larger front and side windows add more natural lighting.
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