Light Rail News

UKTram

Sep 10, 20213 min read

Light rail news roundup 10th September 2021

In this week’s light rail news – Rugby kicks off in new ground next to Edinburgh tram stop, weekly contactless capping launches in...

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UKTram

Sep 9, 20211 min read

Industry News

Prestigious venue for summit reception

A landmark event for the light rail sector is set to close with an informal reception in one of Edinburgh’s most iconic locations. With...

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Light rail news roundup 3rd September 2021

UKTram

Sep 3, 20213 min read

Industry News

Light rail news roundup 3rd September 2021

In light rail news this week – Edinburgh Trams issues travel advice as Covid cases rise in Scotland, frequencies increase in Greater...

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Leading sector figures named as keynote speakers at Light Rail Summit

UKTram

Sep 3, 20212 min read

Industry News

Leading sector figures named as keynote speakers at Light Rail Summit

The CEO of Keolis UK, Alistair Gordon, and Jonathan Bray, Director of the Urban Transport Group, are set to share their views on the...

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The UK’s Most Reliable Railway Operation

UKTram

Sep 3, 20212 min read

Members News

The UK’s Most Reliable Railway Operation

The Stourbridge Shuttle remains the UK’s most reliable train operation, recording an average PPM rating of 99.84% so far this year. It’s...

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Light rail news roundup 27th August 2021

UKTram

Aug 27, 20214 min read

Industry News

Light rail news roundup 27th August 2021

In this weeks light rail news – it’s ‘M for Metro’ in the West Midlands, Megabus add-on tickets from NET, more trams for Blackpool’s...

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Additional rooms at discounted rates for summit delegates

UKTram

Aug 24, 20211 min read

Industry News

Additional rooms at discounted rates for summit delegates

With tickets selling fast for a high-profile event for light rail professionals, the Edinburgh Grosvenor Hotel has released additional...

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Light rail news roundup 20th August 2021

UKTram

Aug 20, 20213 min read

Industry News

Light rail news roundup 20th August 2021

In light rail news this week – Eccles line reopens on Metrolink, NET announces fare rises, engineering works on Luas and London Tramlink,...

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UKTram

Aug 20, 20211 min read

Industry News

Summit programme takes shape

The organisation responsible for driving light rail safety is set to deliver a keynote presentation at a high-profile summit for sector...

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UKTram

Aug 13, 20214 min read

Industry News

Light rail news roundup 13th July 2021

In light rail news this week – Metrolink services reduced, football ground shuttle bus connects to NET, multi day tickets for tourists in...

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Days left to book accommodation for landmark light rail summit

UKTram

Aug 13, 20212 min read

Industry News

Days left to book accommodation for landmark light rail summit

Tickets are selling fast for a landmark event for the nation’s light rail sector, and there are just days left to book discounted...

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UKTram

Jul 30, 20211 min read

Industry News

Latest newsletter highlights working group challenges

The latest issue of the UKTram newsletter is now available to view online, offering a useful roundup of recent updates from the...

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UKTram

Jul 29, 20213 min read

Industry News

Light rail news roundup 30th July 2021

In light rail news this week – NET celebrates milestone anniversary of local charity, temporary timetable changes on Supertram, Red Line...

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Vital contribution to draft strategy welcomed

UKTram

Jul 28, 20212 min read

Industry News

Vital contribution to draft strategy welcomed

Sector leaders and other experts from across light rail have been praised for their contributions to the development of an ambitious...

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Tickets on sale for landmark light rail summit

UKTram

Jul 26, 20212 min read

Industry News

Tickets on sale for landmark light rail summit

Tickets are now on sale for what promises to be a landmark event for the UK’s light rail sector. Professionals from across the sector are...

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Lucchini Unipart Rail sign bogie overhaul contract with West Midlands Metro

UKTram

Jul 26, 20211 min read

Members News

Lucchini Unipart Rail sign bogie overhaul contract with West Midlands Metro

Lucchini Unipart Rail (LUR) and Midland Metro Ltd (MML) are pleased to announce the signing of a 3-year collaborative contract with the...

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UKTram

Jul 23, 20214 min read

Industry News

Light rail news roundup 23rd July 2021

In this week’s light rail news – ribbon cut on new Metro training academy, NET stars in short film premiere, extra validators installed...

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UKTram

Jul 23, 20212 min read

Industry News

Leaders gather to help shape industry

“Why does the Government continue to provide funding to support light rail? Because we recognise that it’s a very attractive form of...

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Launch of Academy and recruitment campaign reflect Metro jobs boost

UKTram

Jul 23, 20213 min read

Members News

Launch of Academy and recruitment campaign reflect Metro jobs boost

West Midlands Metro is set to create more than 160 new jobs as it expands with new lines due to open or being constructed in Birmingham...

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UKTram

Jul 16, 20213 min read

Industry News

Light rail news roundup 16th July 2021

In light rail news this week – NET supports ‘Step Out, Stay Out’ campaign, Edinburgh Trams pauses service to honour dear friend and...

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