A new locally brewed beer is celebrating 40 years of SkyTrain while helping generate additional revenue for transit. TransLink has partnered with New Westminster’s Steel & Oak Brewing Co. to launch the Rolling Stock Mark I West Coast IPA, a limited-edition craft beer paying tribute to the original SkyTrain cars as they gradually retire after four decades of service.
From Expo 86 to millions of everyday journeys, the Mark I trains have become a familiar part of Metro Vancouver’s identity. With Mark I livery-inspired can artwork and exclusive merchandise, the collaboration gives transit fans a chance to celebrate a piece of the region’s history.
Steel & Oak Brewing will produce approximately 5,000 litres of Rolling Stock Mark I West Coast IPA, including a limited run of approximately 1,250 four-packs. The four-packs will be available at Steel & Oak Brewing and select Metro Vancouver liquor stores while supplies last, with the beer also available on tap at participating restaurants across the region.
Limited-edition merchandise, including hats, tote bags, T-shirts, pins, and stickers produced by New Westminster-based PBJ Merch Co., will also be available at Steel & Oak’s tasting room.
“There’s something special about the original SkyTrain cars. They’ve been part of Metro Vancouver for 40 years, and people still love them,” said TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn. “As we gradually retire these iconic trains, our collaboration with Steel & Oak is a fun way to celebrate their legacy with a locally brewed beer, while generating additional revenue to support transit.”
The Steel & Oak collaboration is part of TransLink’s efforts to find creative new revenue sources to help fund transit services, roads, and bridges across Metro Vancouver. TransLink will receive a share of beer and merchandise sales to support these investments.
“At Steel & Oak, we’ve always been proud of our New Westminster roots and the community that’s supported us over the years,” said Jorden Foss, founder of Steel & Oak Brewing Co. “Collaborating with TransLink gives us a chance to celebrate that connection in a fun and unique way, while paying tribute to an iconic piece of Metro Vancouver’s history. We can’t wait for people to try it.”
In 2025, TransLink partnered with Port Coquitlam’s Patina Brewing Co. to launch Platform Pilsner, its first official transit-themed beer.
If you’re enjoying a drink, leave the driving to us, TransLink says: plan your journey with the Transit app, sign up for Transit Alerts, or call Customer Information at 604.953.3333.
(Source: TransLink, November 13, 2026)
