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Extension to coronavirus support welcomed

Monday August 10, 2020

A government announcement on further funding for light rail systems in England has been welcomed by sector leaders.

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UKTram presses minister on recovery support for sector

Wednesday July 29, 2020

Transport Minister Baroness Vere has recognised the need for ongoing support for light rail as operators ramp up services while many coronavirus restrictions remain in place.

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Pre Metro Supports Innovative Biomethane Light Rail Development

Monday July 27, 2020

Pre Metro Operations has been playing it’s part in the development of a futuristic light rail vehicle that incorporates the use of Biomethane and kinetic energy storage.

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Continued compliance thanks to successful safety messages

Marketing and customer services professionals from across the light rail sector have reported the continued success of their messages on safe travel during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Operators ready to welcome back customers

Friday July 17, 2020

Changes to government advice on travelling by public transport announced today (Friday, July 17) have been welcomed by the UK’s light rail sector.

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Engineers report project progress

Tuesday July 14, 2020

Engineers from across the light rail sector have reported steady progress on a range of projects as lockdown restrictions are eased across the country.

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Work to replace city centre tram track finishing early

Essential work to replace tram track between the Royal Centre and Old Market Square tram stops is to finish almost a week ahead of schedule.

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UKTram welcomes funding for light rail in Scotland

Tuesday July 7, 2020

Emergency funding for Edinburgh Trams and Glasgow Subway has been welcomed by an organisation representing the light rail sector.

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Light rail summit to be rescheduled with extended agenda

In response to feedback from members, UK Tram is rescheduling a high-profile light rail summit that was planned for September.

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