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Funding band for tram driver apprenticeships approved
A national standard for tram driver training is a step closer with the expansion of a popular apprenticeship programme to cover the light...
Dec 11, 20232 min read


Light Rail news roundup 8th December 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – New Chair for West Midlands Metro operator, cycle safety campaign in Edinburgh, a fare...
Dec 8, 20232 min read


Light Rail news roundup 1st December 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Father Christmas gets a Bee makeover in Manchester, festive tram timetable in Blackpool,...
Dec 1, 20234 min read


Light Rail news roundup 24th November 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Campaign aimed at men and boys in Manchester, MD appointed in the West Midlands, a crack...
Nov 24, 20233 min read


Engineers highlight importance of track welding standards
Light rail engineers from across the UK have identified improvements to track welding methods as an effective way to improve operational...
Nov 24, 20231 min read


Light Rail news roundup 17th November 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Dogs on trams in the West Midlands, Edinburgh Trams provide a boost for Poppy Appeal,...
Nov 17, 20233 min read


UKTram appoints high-profile Chair
A highly experienced transport executive has been appointed as the new Chair of the organisation representing the country’s light rail...
Nov 17, 20232 min read


Light Rail news roundup 10th November 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Networks pay tribute to armed services over Remembrance weekend, new trains pass power...
Nov 10, 20234 min read


UKTram helping to lead integrated transport debate
UKTram is to play a key role in the promotion of integrated public transport solutions, with the organisation’s Managing Director joining...
Nov 10, 20231 min read


Coventry Very Light Rail vehicle tested on revolutionary track for first time
The pioneering Coventry Very Light Rail (CVLR) project has achieved a major milestone with successful running of the vehicle on its test...
Nov 7, 20232 min read


Light Rail news roundup 3rd November 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Extra trams at peak times in the West Midlands, comedy performances on trams in...
Nov 3, 20234 min read


UKTram welcomes new members
As work on ambitious plans for a new Metro system in Cardiff and surrounding areas gathers pace, Transport for Wales is among the latest...
Nov 3, 20232 min read


Head of Operations Vacancy – First Tram Operations
A vacancy has arisen at Tram Operations Limited (TOL) for the position of Head of Operations. This is an excellent opportunity, reporting...
Oct 31, 20231 min read


Light Rail news roundup 27th October 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Essential engineering works in Nottingham, Sheffield and Edinburgh, industry event at...
Oct 27, 20234 min read


Light Rail news roundup 20th October 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Awards for West Midlands Metro, Midland Metro Alliance and Edinburgh Trams, student...
Oct 20, 20233 min read


Meetings hear of networks rising to challenges
The challenges and successes experienced by networks across the UK and Ireland have been highlighted by light rail professionals during...
Oct 20, 20232 min read


Light Rail news roundup 13th October 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Rock ‘n’ Roll star announcement on Manchester Metrolink, fare evasion campaign earns an...
Oct 13, 20233 min read


Get ‘OnTrack’ with the news from UKTram and LRSSB
The autumn edition of the UKTram and LRSSB newsletter, OnTrack, is now available to download, and inside you will find all the latest...
Oct 10, 20231 min read


Light Rail news roundup 6th October 2023
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Top tram accolade for West Midlands Metro, Edinburgh adds to its awards collection, a...
Oct 6, 20233 min read


UKTram welcomes PM’s commitment to light rail
Light rail leaders have welcomed a pledge by the Prime Minister to support the expansion of the sector in the UK. During the Conservative...
Oct 5, 20231 min read
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