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Light Rail news roundup 19th April 2024

Friday April 19, 2024

In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Edinburgh Trams creates diverse work environment, LRSSB support for South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority, Manchester Metrolink prepares for launch of new venue, and refurbishment of iconic footbridge completed on Tyne & Wear Metro. 

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New lease of life for iconic Metro tram

A former West Midlands Metro tram has been given a new lease of life after its donation to the Black Country Innovative Manufacturing Organisation (BCIMO) by UKTram.

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Light Rail news roundup 12th April 2024

Friday April 12, 2024

In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Dogs remain welcome on West Midlands Metro, shorter trains on some DLR services, overhead line renewal work on Tyne & Wear Metro, and Luis reminds customers of special numbers to report anti-social behaviour. 

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Light Rail news roundup 5th April 2024

Friday April 5, 2024

In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Primary schools set to lead Metro birthday celebrations, anti-social behaviour campaign returns to Tyne & Wear Metro, new ‘tap on, tap off’ ticket launch in Nottingham, and extra trams for Edinburgh’s Terminal V festival.

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Operators explore ‘Just Culture’ best practice

Identifying the tools light rail operators can use to further develop their ‘Just Culture’ proved the key focus of the latest UKTram Operations Group.

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Light Rail news roundup 22nd March 2024

Friday March 22, 2024

In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Edinburgh Trams shortlisted for top award, customer confidence in NET increases, Luas supports cancer charity, and Manchester Metrolink forges partnership with Co-op Live.

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UK light rail innovation showcased in Spain

Thursday March 21, 2024

Delegates at a high-profile international event have heard how the UK is leading the way when it comes to light rail innovation.

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Light Rail news roundup 15th March 2024

Friday March 15, 2024

In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Birthday celebrations in Nottingham, West Midlands Metro chooses charity of the year, Easter offers from Edinburgh Trams, award recognition for operator of Tyne & Wear Metro, and new era for Sheffield Supertram.

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UKTram shares top tips on sharing best practice at Dubai Conference

The way that the UK light rail sector shares best practice has been praised at an international conference.

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