Jerusalem's inaugural light rail line has reported impressive ridership figures since it opened in 2011. Kevin Smith visits the Israeli capital to speak with the people involved with this sometimes controversial project and to find out about the city's plans to further expand light rail's reach.

Three major new line construction projects are underway in Israel which will extend the network to new areas and improve connectivity. Kevin Smith profiles the A1 Link, the Valley Line, and Acre - Carmiel line projects.

THE start of construction on Jerusalem's third light rail line moved a step closer on January 28, when the Municipal Planning Committee granted approval for the Blue Line, which will link Gilo in the south with Ramot in the north.