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UKTram joins global Transport Leaders at UITP meeting in Turin
Represented by our Lead Engineer, Phill Terry, the event brought together international experts to explore integrated transport solutions.
Apr 7, 20252 min read


UKTram explores innovative VLR progress in Coventry
Representatives from UKTram and WMCA viewed the first stage installation of the Coventry Very Light Rail innovative.
Apr 6, 20251 min read


Light Rail News Roundup, April 5th, 2025
Progress on sector-wide light rail training and development, Blackpool Transport summer timetable, temporary changes to Dupertram, and more.
Apr 5, 20256 min read


Scheduling, strategy and safety in focus at the Sheffield Light Rail Operators Committee (LROC) meeting
Colleagues from across the light rail sector came together in Sheffield for a productive Light Rail Operators Committee (LROC) meeting...
Apr 2, 20252 min read


Light Rail News Roundup, March 28th, 2025
In the news this week: track replacement for Manchester Metrolink, Sheffield Supertram trials dog travel, West Midlands charity art project
Mar 28, 20254 min read


Plans to recruit and retain light rail highlighted at international event
European light rail leaders have heard how colleagues in the UK are planning to recruit & retain the next generation of sector professionals
Mar 27, 20251 min read


Light Rail News Roundup, March 21, 2025
This week in light rail sector: Engineering works in Nottingham, fare changes in the West Midlands, Supertram halts onboard card payments...
Mar 21, 20253 min read


Join Edinburgh Trams – Project Engineer Opportunity
Edinburgh Trams has an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer to join their team.
Mar 21, 20253 min read


Light Rail News Roundup, March 14th, 2025
International Women’s Day celebrated in Nottingham, Edinburgh and West Midlands, St Patrick’s Day Services on Luas, new DLR station plans...
Mar 14, 20253 min read


Leading role for donated tram at rail innovation event
Tram vehicle plays vital role at event showcasing decarbonisation at the Very Light Rail National Innovation Centre
Mar 13, 20252 min read


Light Rail News Roundup, March 7th, 2025
Supertram introduces bodycams, West Midlands patronage bounces back, fare increase in Edinburgh, voice of Tyne & Wear Metro revealed...
Mar 7, 20254 min read


UKTram praises vision on show at transport infrastructure event
An event in Manchester this week has highlighted the opportunities for light rail as part of the integrated transport networks of the future
Mar 6, 20251 min read


Light Rail News Roundup, February 28, 2025
Ticket machines operational on West Midlands Metro, NET closes its travel centre, tram track replacement in Manchester...
Feb 28, 20253 min read


Light Rail Engineers highlight grey areas of Asset Management
Managing the challenge posed by ‘grey assets’ has been put under the spotlight by light rail engineers during a recent best practice day or
Feb 27, 20252 min read


Light Rail News Roundup, February 21, 2025
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – Sheffield Supertram joins national safety initiative, West Midland Metro employees vote...
Feb 21, 20253 min read


Light Rail News Roundup, February 14, 2025
WMM seeks new apprentices, DLR to replace escalators at busy stop, Luas launches ‘We love it when’ campaign and new podcast from LRSSB...
Feb 14, 20252 min read


UKTram pledges support for high-profile transport infrastructure event
The organisation representing light rail in the UK has been named a key supporter of a landmark transport event in Manchester next month.
Feb 13, 20252 min read


Light Rail News Roundup, February 7, 2025
Rising customer satisfaction on WMM, consultation on dogs on trams in Sheffield, clean energy for Manchester Metrolink...
Feb 7, 20254 min read


Light Rail News Roundup, January 31, 2025
Edinburgh Trams on track for more awards, updated safety guidance in Nottingham, annual savings on fares in Manchester...
Jan 31, 20253 min read


UKTram campaigns for the reintroduction of parliamentary bill
Light rail leaders pledge to step up campaign for a change in the law that will allow young people to volunteer on heritage tramways
Jan 30, 20251 min read
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