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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.
ReadMarketing 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.
ReadThe light rail sector has welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement last week of changes to government advice on travelling by public transport. UKTram also believes that the sector is now well placed to support any Government messages on safe travel, and fully prepared to manage an increase in customer numbers. Over the past few months […]
ReadChanges to government advice on travelling by public transport announced today (Friday, July 17) have been welcomed by the UK’s light rail sector.
ReadAs more businesses across the country re-open this week, light rail networks in key cities are continuing to adapt to the new ‘normal’. While colleagues in operational roles continue to experience a very different working environment, light rail engineers have reported that general maintenance and even major projects have continued with far fewer complications. Through […]
ReadEngineers from across the light rail sector have reported steady progress on a range of projects as lockdown restrictions are eased across the country.
ReadEmergency funding for Edinburgh Trams and Glasgow Subway has been welcomed by an organisation representing the light rail sector.
ReadIn response to feedback from members, UK Tram is rescheduling a high-profile light rail summit that was planned for September.
ReadWith the lifting of more coronavirus restrictions, progress is being reported on various ongoing projects, including an initiative that aims to enhance safety across the light rail sector.
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