News

Engineering appointment strengthens UKTram team

Tuesday August 16, 2022

The appointment of a Lead Engineer is set to help UKTram deliver on ambitious plans to boost the growth of light rail across the country.

Read

Less than a month to go for submissions for this year’s Global Light Rail Awards

Thursday August 4, 2022

Guests from around the world will gather in London to celebrate another year of achievement at the 2022 Global Light Rail Awards – held at the Honourable Artillery Company on Wednesday, October 5.

Read

Book now or miss out on a place at the 2022 Light Rail Summit

Friday July 29, 2022

Just a few places remain available for light rail professionals planning to take part in a high-profile event that aims to highlight both the challenges and opportunities faced by the sector.

Read

Praise for strategy at light rail conference

Friday July 15, 2022

A bold strategy aimed at driving the growth of light rail has been well received by delegates at a high-profile event for sector professionals.

Read

Strategy sets out benefits of light rail

Wednesday July 6, 2022

A bold and ambitious strategy aimed at securing a sustainable future for light rail in England, Scotland and Wales has been welcomed by government ministers.

Read

Talbot Gateway Tram Extension reaches new milestone as tram testing will take place this week

Friday July 1, 2022

Trams will run along the extended section of track along Talbot Road between North Pier & Blackpool North Tram Hub, as part of a week-long exercise to operationally test the track and signaling equipment.

Read

Operators to share best practice on tackling anti-social behaviour

Light rail operators from across the UK, together with colleagues from Dublin, are joining forces to look at ways of tackling anti-social behaviour on their networks.

Read

Light Rail news roundup 24th June 2022

Friday June 24, 2022

In this week’s news from the light rail sector – A European award for a talented tram manager in Nottingham, industrial action in Croydon and reports that the Docklands extension is still on track.

Read

Funding boost for light rail

Tuesday June 21, 2022

The organisation responsible for light rail safety in the UK is all set to press ahead with its vital work thanks to continued government funding.

Read