In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Edinburgh tram drivers prepare for an international competition, a student offer in Nottingham, and West Midlands Metro warning for careless motorists.
UKTram
The work of UKTram’s Centre of Excellence has earned it a place on the shortlist for a top industry accolade.
At the Global Light Rail Awards in October, it will be hoping to be crowned Team of the Year after delivering a series of projects aimed at driving sector growth.
Published this week by organisers Mainspring, the awards shortlist also features numerous UKTram members competing across a host of categories, including UK Operator of the Year, Best Customer Initiative, Most Improved System, Significant Safety Initiative, and Project of the Year.
For the full story, click here.
In other light rail news:
Edinburgh Trams
A team of top tram drivers from Edinburgh is on track to compete with the best in Europe after being chosen to represent the city in a prestigious international competition.
Following a rigorous internal selection process, Victoria Young and Michael Jakes, alongside driver trainer Dougie White, were chosen to fly the flag for Edinburgh Trams at the 11th European Tram Driver Championship.
Now they’ll face stiff competition from across the continent when they compete at the event in Frankfurt on September 14, and you can find out more here.
NET
From 1 September 2024 to July 31, 2025, Nottingham students can access unlimited tram travel for as little as 82p a day thanks to the launch of a new discounted academic year travel offer.
Available until 20 October, new and returning students will be able to purchase a Student Academic Year Tram Ticket through the NETGO! app at the newly reduced price of £275 – a saving of £50.
The new offer will be available to all university and college students living in and around Nottingham, and works out to be more than 80% cheaper than a standard Student Day Ticket. Further details can be found here.
West Midlands Metro
Dangerous drivers who risk the safety of themselves and others by blocking tram tracks or recklessly ignoring traffic signals and signs are being warned of the consequences by West Midlands Metro.
In one recent case, a motorist was disqualified from driving for 22 months after running onto the grass section located at St Chad’s tram stop. He was later found guilty of drink driving and also hit with a substantial fine and a community order.
Anthony Stanley, West Midland Metro’s Head of Operations and Safety, explained that, although there were a number of aggravating factors in this case, it highlights the legal consequences for those who fail to take appropriate care around the tram network, and you can read more here.
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