Business Desk 
Aug 08, 2025
With the transition to electric and eco-friendly mobility spreading widely across Pakistan, Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz has announced plans to introduce a fully electric tram, named the Super Autonomous Rapid Transit (SART) system, in Faisalabad and Gujranwala.
Prior to the announcement of its impending debut in Faisalabad and Gujranwala, the electric tram was successfully tested in Lahore, as reported by AutoPower.
The SART tram can travel up to 40 kilometres on a single full charge, which makes it suitable for busy city routes.
The move signifies rapid advancement in Pakistan's urban transportation system, which will likely result in modernised travel and reduced environmental impact.
The Punjab chief minister took an experimental ride on the urban electric SART train, travelling from Raiwind Road to Muslim Town. During the journey, she took a closer look at the tram’s features and performance in a bid to ensure their alignment with international standards.
Developed by Norinco International, the SART system is Pakistan’s first fully electric and trackless tram, whose each train is designed for comfort and efficiency.
It's noteworthy that Pakistan's first electric tram packs air-conditioned coaches with a seating capacity for 320 passengers across three compartments, with the option for a fourth.
