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Check the temperature before taking the tram!

West Midlands Metro has launched an innovative online ‘heat map’ to help customers maintain safe social distancing when travelling by tram.

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24 hour tram trip to raise money

Seaton Tramway is excited to announce its TRAMATHON Fundraising Appeal, which will see a week of live videos streamed online to help raise money for the charity and secure the future of the Tramway and its industrial heritage.

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Eye-catching tribute to tram drivers

Two schoolboys have paid a special tribute to Nottingham’s tram drivers for helping to keep the city moving during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Safety on our Transport Networks – Secretary of State for Transport

During this period of unprecedented disruption and uncertainty, the transport industry has risen magnificently to the challenges posed by the Coronavirus outbreak. You have played a critical role in keeping Britain moving and serving a nation in lockdown and I wanted to thank you for your tireless work, behind the scenes and on the front […]

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Blackpool Transport making changes to services to enable safe travel for key workers 

The company is reducing the frequency on its bus routes during the daytime, meaning there will be less services running each day and all tram services will be temporarily suspended until further notice from Sunday, March 29.

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Nottingham responds to latest Coronavirus advice

Following the latest government advice to avoid all non-essential travel, Nottingham’s tram network is adjusting its timetable to reflect current levels of demand. 

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Next generation award for Nottingham tram network

Nottingham’s tram network has secured a prestigious international award recognising a commitment to the ongoing development of the organisation’s most valuable assets – its people.

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LRSSB CEO Vacancy

Would you like to work for a growing company based in Birmingham City Centre, with the ability to work from home or remotely? The Light Rail Safety and Standards Board (LRSSB) has been established by the light rail sector, with support from the Department for Transport and Office of Road & Rail, in response to […]

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NOTTINGHAM TRAM NETWORK FIRST TO SET STANDARD

Nottingham’s tram network has become the UK’s first light rail system to receive a prestigious international standard. As a result of a two-year investment programme, NET operator, Nottingham Trams Limited, has secured the key ISO 55001:2014 (Assets) certification – a major success which is set to drive further improvements in service reliability. Paul Robinson, Managing […]

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