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Young people urged to consider careers in light rail engineering

UKTram

Nov 2, 20213 min read

Young people urged to consider careers in light rail engineering

Opportunities for a rewarding career in engineering within the UK’s expanding light rail sector are being put under the spotlight this...

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Light Rail News Roundup 22nd October 2021

UKTram

Oct 22, 20214 min read

Industry News

Light Rail News Roundup 22nd October 2021

In this weeks light rail news – safety reminders on Metrolink, Edinburgh promotes family ticket to half-term day trippers, Halloween...

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Working groups report growth in patronage

UKTram

Oct 22, 20212 min read

Industry News

Working groups report growth in patronage

Patronage continues to grow across all networks since the lifting of coronavirus restrictions, recent meetings of UKTram working groups...

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Light Rail News Roundup 15th October 2021

UKTram

Oct 15, 20215 min read

Industry News

Light Rail News Roundup 15th October 2021

In light rail news this week – radio upgrade in Blackpool, Stourbridge Shuttle release VLR video, consultation on Manchester ‘Bee...

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New report strengthens case for light rail support

UKTram

Oct 15, 20211 min read

Industry News

New report strengthens case for light rail support

A new report highlighting how Britain’s light rail systems are instrumental in supporting economic growth, promoting social inclusion,...

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Light rail news roundup 8th October 2021

UKTram

Oct 8, 20214 min read

Industry News

Light rail news roundup 8th October 2021

In Light Rail news this week – Mandip walks 100 miles to raise £1400 for cancer charity, 5 million journeys using Manchester’s...

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UKTram

Oct 7, 20212 min read

Industry News

UKTram and LRSSB celebrate awards recognition

UKTram and the organisation responsible for light rail safety have scooped a series of prestigious accolades at a high-profile event...

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Blackpool Trams win Most Improved System at Global Light Rail Awards

UKTram

Oct 7, 20212 min read

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Blackpool Trams win Most Improved System at Global Light Rail Awards

The Blackpool Tramway has won the award for the Most Improved System in 2020/21. The award, presented at the Honourable Artillery Company...

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Successful summit sees launch of far-reaching strategy

UKTram

Oct 7, 20212 min read

Industry News

Successful summit sees launch of far-reaching strategy

A bold vision to help drive the expansion of light rail in the UK has been welcomed by sector leaders at a high-profile summit. The...

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Views sought on new national standards for tram driver trainers

UKTram

Oct 5, 20213 min read

Industry News

Views sought on new national standards for tram driver trainers

A pioneering project to enhance driver training standards across light rail has taken a major step forward with the launch of a...

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Light rail news roundup 1st October 2021

UKTram

Oct 1, 20214 min read

Industry News

Light rail news roundup 1st October 2021

In light rail news this week – commuter discounts on West Midlands Metro, ‘Chase the Tram’ raises money for NET charity, Tangerine Ticket...

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Launch of online system to boost safety-critical process

UKTram

Oct 1, 20212 min read

Industry News

Launch of online system to boost safety-critical process

An innovative new system designed to speed up and simplify the process of applying for permission to work near a tramway has been...

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New video drives home the case for light rail

UKTram

Sep 30, 20212 min read

Industry News

New video drives home the case for light rail

The huge benefits that light rail is bringing to major UK cities has been brought into sharp focus in a new video launched online this...

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Building Back Better – A Light Rail Strategy for the UK

UKTram

Sep 28, 20211 min read

Building Back Better – A Light Rail Strategy for the UK

To support the launch of the far-reaching Light Rail Strategy, UKTram has produced a new video. Featuring examples of how tramways have...

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UKTram

Sep 23, 20211 min read

Industry News

Future strategy for trams unveiled

A wide-ranging strategy for the future of light rail has been unveiled by UKTram today (Thursday, September 23). The latest draft of the...

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Employee availability improves following test and trace changes

UKTram

Sep 21, 20212 min read

Industry News

Employee availability improves following test and trace changes

Recent changes to NHS test and trace guidance have been welcomed by light rail HR professionals, with fewer staff being required to...

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UKTram

Sep 17, 20211 min read

Industry News

Last few Light Rail Summit tickets

The last few tickets for a landmark Light Rail Summit are still available from the UKTram online shop. The event, organised by UKTram and...

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Light rail news roundup 17th September 2021

UKTram

Sep 17, 20213 min read

Industry News

Light rail news roundup 17th September 2021

In light rail news this week – Workwise scheme offers travel discounts in the West Midlands, penalty fare increased on NET, strike action...

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Modelling tool can predict demand for tram stops and lines

UKTram

Sep 15, 20212 min read

Industry News

Modelling tool can predict demand for tram stops and lines

An innovative tool for forecasting demand for public transport stops and stations has been in the spotlight at the latest meeting of...

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UKTram

Sep 14, 20212 min read

Industry News

UKTram and LRSSB on track for prestigious awards

UKTram and the organisation responsible for light rail safety are in the running for multiple awards at a high-profile event celebrating...

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