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Docklands Light Railway

DLR train The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) is one of Britain's great transport success stories.

It carrys almost 70 million passengers a year with consistently high levels of reliability and passenger satisfaction.

One of the first light rail systems in Britain, with one of the world's most advanced automatic train control systems, the DLR has expanded faster than any other UK railway.

Since opening in 1987 it has extended to Bank, Beckton, Lewisham, London City Airport and Woolwich Arsenal.

DLR Limited owns the railway's assets. Part of Transport for London, its role is to oversee the operation of the railway and plan development that meets the needs of east London.

DLR Limited works with franchise operator Serco Docklands and three concessionaires - responsible for building and maintaining network extensions. Their aim is to deliver a safe, reliable and cost-effective service for east London residents, commuters and visitors.

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