Reservoir substation

Image of the Reservoir substation

We’re revitalising Melbourne’s tram power network to meet the city’s future transport needs and increased demands. We are adding greater capacity to provide more services and reliability for passengers.

The new substation at 816 Plenty Road, Reservoir is in operation and has replaced the old substation. The new substation supports the new E-Class trams on Route 86 and ensures there is enough power to keep the network operating smoothly, reliably and safely.

Works on the Reservoir substation were completed in four stages. The works commenced in August 2023 and concluded in January 2025.

    1. Stage 1. Early service installation and site mobilisation: August 2023 - Complete
    2. Stage 2. Construction of the new substation and installation of equipment: August 2023 to June 2024 - Complete
    3. Stage 3. Testing and commissioning: October 2024 - Complete
    4. Stage 4. Demolition of existing substation: December 2024 to January 2025 - Complete

Image of map showing the location of the Reservoir substation

For more information, call us on 1800 800 007 or email us at [email protected].