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Light Rail sector continues to support campaign to help rough sleepers and welcomes summit speaker
Following previous discussions during a UKTram Light Rail Operators Committee (LROC) meeting, the light rail sector is being encouraged to support an important national initiative aimed at helping those sleeping rough.
May 232 min read
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Career opportunity: Electrical / Mechanical Rolling Stock Fitter – Isle of Man Department of Infrastructure
The Department of Infrastructure on the Isle of Man is currently recruiting for an Electrical / Mechanical Rolling Stock Fitter to join their depot engineering team – working on one of the most distinctive and historic rail operations in the British Isles.
May 221 min read
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Light Rail Round-up: Simulators in Focus, West Midlands Award Wins, Luas Engagement and 25 Years of London Trams – 16 May 2025
West Midlands Metro celebrates a trio of award wins in Dudley, Luas connects with passengers through its latest ‘Meet the Manager’ event, LRSSB spotlights simulator innovation in its latest podcast, plus, 25 years of London Trams.
May 165 min read
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Executive Group highlights growth, innovation and safety priorities across networks
The latest meeting of the UKTram Executive Group brought together senior leaders from across the sector to share insight, review progress and explore collaborative responses to current challenges and opportunities.
May 152 min read
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Light Rail Round-up: Edinburgh’s Tap & Go Launch, Coventry VLR Progress & more [09 May 2025]
Edinburgh Trams confirms launch for new ‘Tap on, Tap off’ system, essential engineering works get underway on the Bury line in Manchester, Coventry’s VLR project reaches another key milestone, new play set on the Tyne & Wear Metro and Luas highlights anti-social behaviour reporting tools.
May 94 min read
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Driving knowledge forward - UKTram appoints Dan Hill as Knowledge Manager
Dan’s new role will help ensure that knowledge-sharing remains central to UKTram’s offer, supporting decision-making and continuous improvement across networks, suppliers and new entrants to the industry.
May 82 min read
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UKTram and Light Rail Safety and Standards Board September Summit sells out in record time
Tickets for the sixth UKTram and LRSSB Light Rail Summit have now officially sold out, just three and a half days after going live.
May 61 min read
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UKTram and Rail Forum announce new strategic partnership
UKTram is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Rail Forum. This partnership is an exciting step in strengthening ties between the light and heavy rail sectors while supporting collaboration across the wider UK transport industry.
May 52 min read
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Light Rail News Roundup, May 2, 2025
West Midlands Metro supports race runners and spectators, upgrades to Sheffield Supertram, a busy month ahead for Edinburgh Trams and an update on Tyne & Wear Metro’s new fleet.
May 23 min read
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Tickets released for the 2025 Light Rail Summit
We are pleased to announce that tickets for the 2025 Light Rail Summit are now available to book online.
May 21 min read
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Light Rail News Roundup, April 25th, 2025
Edinburgh prepares for launch of ‘Tap on, Tap off’ payment system, procurement process for Metrolink operating and maintenance contract, West Midlands Metro offers discount for hospital staff and patients and NET resumes normal service following maintenance works.
Apr 254 min read
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Light Rail News Roundup, April 11th, 2025
Plans for new pedestrian bridge spanning tram lines in Bury, West Midlands Metro launches Easter competition, BBC report on the Coventry VLR project, maintenance works in Edinburgh, Luas career opportunities and historical horse trams return for the 2025 season.
Apr 114 min read
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Industry voices unite for light rail roundtable
UKTram Chair Steve Edwards recently joined key industry voices for a light rail roundtable hosted by the Rail Forum, held as part of a wider rail immersion programme for Mike Hill, Deputy Director Rail & Maritime at the Department for Business and Trade.
Apr 111 min read
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Join the Luas Maintenance Team
Luas, operated and maintained by Transdev Dublin Light Rail Ltd, is currently recruiting for a range of roles across the company.
Apr 91 min read
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UKTram joins global Transport Leaders at UITP meeting in Turin
Represented by our Lead Engineer, Phill Terry, the event brought together international experts to explore integrated transport solutions.
Apr 72 min read
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UKTram explores innovative VLR progress in Coventry
Representatives from UKTram and WMCA viewed the first stage installation of the Coventry Very Light Rail innovative.
Apr 71 min read
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Light Rail News Roundup, April 5th, 2025
Progress on sector-wide light rail training and development, Blackpool Transport summer timetable, temporary changes to Dupertram, and more.
Apr 56 min read
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Scheduling, strategy and safety in focus at the Sheffield Light Rail Operators Committee (LROC) meeting
Colleagues from across the light rail sector came together in Sheffield for a productive Light Rail Operators Committee (LROC) meeting...
Apr 22 min read
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Light Rail News Roundup, March 28th, 2025
In the news this week: track replacement for Manchester Metrolink, Sheffield Supertram trials dog travel, West Midlands charity art project
Mar 284 min read
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Plans to recruit and retain light rail highlighted at international event
European light rail leaders have heard how colleagues in the UK are planning to recruit & retain the next generation of sector professionals
Mar 271 min read
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