Many experts are involved in the birth of a new underground line, from the initial idea to its opening.
Around one billion euro is being invested in the first phase until 2023 (Frankhplatz/Rathaus/Matzleinsdorfer Platz), and around 16,000 full-time jobs created every year.
Numerous qualified and experienced workers are needed and the physically demanding conditions during the construction phase means that a comparatively high proportion of young people are involved.