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Engineers highlight importance of track welding standards

Light rail engineers from across the UK have identified improvements to track welding methods as an effective way to improve operational performance on the nation’s tramways.

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Light Rail news roundup 17th November 2023

In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Dogs on trams in the West Midlands, Edinburgh Trams provide a boost for Poppy Appeal, ‘Get on Board’ campaign in Manchester, and a replica Metro train takes to the stage in Newcastle.  

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UKTram appoints high-profile Chair

A highly experienced transport executive has been appointed as the new Chair of the organisation representing the country’s light rail sector.

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Light Rail news roundup 10th November 2023

In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Networks pay tribute to armed services over Remembrance weekend, new trains pass power test on Tyne & Wear Metro, Tramtown plans passed in Blackpool and Luas supports numeracy programme.

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UKTram helping to lead integrated transport debate

UKTram is to play a key role in the promotion of integrated public transport solutions, with the organisation’s Managing Director joining a steering group for a high-profile forum.

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Coventry Very Light Rail vehicle tested on revolutionary track for first time

The pioneering Coventry Very Light Rail project has achieved a major milestone with successful running of the vehicle on its test track at the Very Light Rail National Innovation Centre (VLRNIC) in Dudley.

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Light Rail news roundup 3rd November 2023

In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Extra trams at peak times in the West Midlands, comedy performances on trams in Nottingham, armed services tribute in Edinburgh, and maintenance works on Manchester Metrolink.

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UKTram welcomes new members

As work on ambitious plans for a new Metro system in Cardiff and surrounding areas gathers pace, Transport for Wales is among the latest organisations to join the light rail sector’s representative body.

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Head of Operations Vacancy – First Tram Operations

A vacancy has arisen at Tram Operations Limited (TOL) for the position of Head of Operations. This is an excellent opportunity, reporting directly to the Service Delivery Director, and a key member of the Executive Team, you will be responsible for all aspects of operational performance and improvement of the Tram service. This role forms […]

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