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Detroit Transportation Corporation
The Detroit People Mover is an automated, elevated public rail system located in downtown Detroit.
About Detroit Transportation Corporation
The Detroit Transportation Corporation (DTC), a Michigan Public Body Corporate, owns and operates the Detroit People Mover. The Detroit People Mover (DPM) was funded and built as part of a federal demonstration project designed to revitalize older, urban cities. The automated guideway system was intended to serve as part of an overall, regional transportation plan and a feeder system for five light rail lines. As a public transit system, it generates approximately 5,000 riders daily for routine business; various attractions, conventions, special and sporting events downtown can increase trips upward of 12-25,000 per day. The mission of the DPM is continuation of safe, reliable, efficient and accessible light rail transportation services that will serve to enhance business development and quality of life functions in Detroit.
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Presence & Recognition
Detroit Transportation Corporation announced Detroit Legacy Weekend from September 18 to 20, 2026, featuring events and activities for businesses that have helped shape the city.
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Operations & Supply
Detroit Transportation Corporation employees monitor the People Mover system and maintain the trains to help riders travel safely through downtown.
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Presence & Recognition
Detroit Transportation Corporation produced the Detroit Month of Design, produced by Design Core Detroit, the steward of Detroit’s UNESCO City of Design designation.
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Operations & Supply
Detroit Transportation Corporation launched the first phase of a major renovation at Water Square Station beginning September 18, closing station ramps to passengers and pedestrians through December 21.
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Presence & Recognition
Detroit Transportation Corporation featured PPL MOVIN in The Detroit News for turning the Detroit People Mover into a mobile talk show featuring over 100 episodes.
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Presence & Recognition
Detroit Transportation Corporation's People Mover travels between Broadway and Grand Circus Park to provide riders with an elevated view of Hudson's Detroit and the buildings along Woodward Avenue.
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