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Light Rail news roundup 24th May 2024

Friday May 24, 2024

In this week’s news from the light rail sector –  Support for Pride from West Midlands Metro, extra trams for ‘Swifties’ in Edinburgh, Nexus joins forces with the police to tackle anti-social behaviour in coastal communities, and Manchester Metrolink offers travel advice for celebrating City fans.

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Tickets available online for Light Rail Summit

Anyone planning to attend UKTram’s high-profile Light Rail Summit can now secure their place by booking online.

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Light Rail news roundup 17th May 2024

Friday May 17, 2024

In this week’s news from the light rail sector –  Artistic youngster wins West Midland Metro’s birthday competition, marketing professional appointed to LRSSB team, engineering work on tram tracks in Sheffield and tiny visitor prevents Seaton tram entering service.

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Security in the spotlight at sector summit

Safety and security on the UK’s light rail networks will be a key focus of a major sector event later this year.

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Light Rail news roundup 10th May 2024

Friday May 10, 2024

In this week’s news from the light rail sector –  LRSSB appoints new board member, Edinburgh Trams reflects on success as anniversary approaches, damage to trams in Croydon and Heaton Park Tramway prepares to reopen.

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Clean Futures project praised following landmark event

A pioneering initiative supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the transport industry has been praised by UKTram as the project celebrates a successful first year.

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Light Rail news roundup 3rd May 2024

Friday May 3, 2024

In this week’s news from the light rail sector –  Essential engineering works in Nottingham and Manchester, judging underway in Metro’s birthday competition, industrial action at London Tramlink and Luas announces bank holiday services.

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Owners and Authorities Group tours Nottingham depot

Hosted by Nottingham City Council the UKTram Owners and Operators Group have been offered an in-depth insight into challenges faced by the city’s tramway, and the steps it’s taking to meet them.

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Light Rail news roundup 26th April 2024

Friday April 26, 2024

In this week’s news from the light rail sector – The opening of Blackpool extension approaches, Edinburgh Trams on track for another prestigious award, Manchester Metrolink celebrates record customer numbers, and Tyne & Wear Metro promotes level crossing safety.

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