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Friday September 22, 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Parking enforcement extended at tram park and ride sites in Nottingham, successful launch of West Midlands Metro extension, Manx Electric Railway celebrates anniversary and Manchester Metro restores peak service. UKTram UKTram’s mission to support the growth of light rail in the UK remains on track […]
ReadUKTram’s mission to support the growth of light rail in the UK remains on track to deliver a major boost for the sector and the travelling public.
ReadFriday September 15, 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Launch of passenger services to Wolverhampton station, training for fire service on new Metro trains, a student ticket offer in Nottingham, and an end of season gala at Heaton Park Tramway. West Midlands Metro Passengers will soon be able to enjoy seamless connections between trams, […]
ReadWednesday September 13, 2023
Establishing a continuous dialogue with engineering experts from across light rail is among the top priorities for the new chair of a key sector working group.
ReadFriday September 8, 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – eScooter ban in Blackpool, a milestone for Authority to Work’ (ATW) system in Edinburgh, marathon runner recognised by Tyne & Wear Metro, UK steel commitment in the West Midlands and spooky trips on heritage trams.
ReadFriday September 1, 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Patronage records broken in Edinburgh, driver familiarisation underway on West Midlands Metro extension, illuminations season starts in Blackpool, mixed martial arts star joins campaign to tackle ASB in Manchester, and Seaton tramway is looking for new board members.
ReadFriday August 25, 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – The Stourbridge Shuttle celebrates passenger milestone, engineering works in Edinburgh, a unique challenge for ultramarathon runner on Tyne & Wear Metro, and proposals for a new tram line in London.
ReadThe Stourbridge Shuttle is celebrating seven million passenger journeys since services began in 2009.
ReadThe light rail heritage sector has been praised for its willingness to engage with regulators on enhancing safety processes and risk management.
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