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Launch of online system to boost safety-critical process
An innovative new system designed to speed up and simplify the process of applying for permission to work near a tramway has been...
Oct 1, 20212 min read


New video drives home the case for light rail
The huge benefits that light rail is bringing to major UK cities has been brought into sharp focus in a new video launched online this...
Sep 30, 20212 min read


Future strategy for trams unveiled
A wide-ranging strategy for the future of light rail has been unveiled by UKTram today (Thursday, September 23). The latest draft of the...
Sep 23, 20211 min read


Employee availability improves following test and trace changes
Recent changes to NHS test and trace guidance have been welcomed by light rail HR professionals, with fewer staff being required to...
Sep 21, 20212 min read


Last few Light Rail Summit tickets
The last few tickets for a landmark Light Rail Summit are still available from the UKTram online shop. The event, organised by UKTram and...
Sep 17, 20211 min read


Light rail news roundup 17th September 2021
In light rail news this week – Workwise scheme offers travel discounts in the West Midlands, penalty fare increased on NET, strike action...
Sep 17, 20213 min read


Modelling tool can predict demand for tram stops and lines
An innovative tool for forecasting demand for public transport stops and stations has been in the spotlight at the latest meeting of...
Sep 15, 20212 min read


UKTram and LRSSB on track for prestigious awards
UKTram and the organisation responsible for light rail safety are in the running for multiple awards at a high-profile event celebrating...
Sep 14, 20212 min read


Light rail news roundup 10th September 2021
In this week’s light rail news – Rugby kicks off in new ground next to Edinburgh tram stop, weekly contactless capping launches in...
Sep 10, 20213 min read


Prestigious venue for summit reception
A landmark event for the light rail sector is set to close with an informal reception in one of Edinburgh’s most iconic locations. With...
Sep 9, 20211 min read


Light rail news roundup 3rd September 2021
In light rail news this week – Edinburgh Trams issues travel advice as Covid cases rise in Scotland, frequencies increase in Greater...
Sep 3, 20213 min read


Leading sector figures named as keynote speakers at Light Rail Summit
The CEO of Keolis UK, Alistair Gordon, and Jonathan Bray, Director of the Urban Transport Group, are set to share their views on the...
Sep 3, 20212 min read


Light rail news roundup 27th August 2021
In this weeks light rail news – it’s ‘M for Metro’ in the West Midlands, Megabus add-on tickets from NET, more trams for Blackpool’s...
Aug 27, 20214 min read


Additional rooms at discounted rates for summit delegates
With tickets selling fast for a high-profile event for light rail professionals, the Edinburgh Grosvenor Hotel has released additional...
Aug 24, 20211 min read


Light rail news roundup 20th August 2021
In light rail news this week – Eccles line reopens on Metrolink, NET announces fare rises, engineering works on Luas and London Tramlink,...
Aug 20, 20213 min read


Summit programme takes shape
The organisation responsible for driving light rail safety is set to deliver a keynote presentation at a high-profile summit for sector...
Aug 20, 20211 min read


Light rail news roundup 13th July 2021
In light rail news this week – Metrolink services reduced, football ground shuttle bus connects to NET, multi day tickets for tourists in...
Aug 13, 20214 min read


Days left to book accommodation for landmark light rail summit
Tickets are selling fast for a landmark event for the nation’s light rail sector, and there are just days left to book discounted...
Aug 13, 20212 min read


Latest newsletter highlights working group challenges
The latest issue of the UKTram newsletter is now available to view online, offering a useful roundup of recent updates from the...
Jul 30, 20211 min read


Light rail news roundup 30th July 2021
In light rail news this week – NET celebrates milestone anniversary of local charity, temporary timetable changes on Supertram, Red Line...
Jul 29, 20213 min read
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