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WMM launches new Covid-19 cleaning process
West Midlands Metro has invested in new tram cleansing technology in a bid to further increase its response to the Covid-19 pandemic. A...
Oct 2, 20202 min read


Join Seaton Tramway for their 50th Anniversary Celebrations
Come along to Seaton Tramway on 28th August to see all 13 trams in action throughout the day*. Trams old and new will be traveling...
Aug 17, 20203 min read


Pre Metro Supports Innovative Biomethane Light Rail Development
Pre Metro Operations has been playing it’s part in the development of a futuristic light rail vehicle that incorporates the use of...
Jul 27, 20202 min read


Trams fitted with face masks!
On Monday 22 June, Scottish Government made it mandatory to wear a face covering on public transport. As part of a campaign to encourage...
Jul 6, 20201 min read


Check the temperature before taking the tram!
West Midlands Metro has launched an innovative online ‘heat map’ to help customers maintain safe social distancing when travelling by...
Jun 15, 20201 min read


24 hour tram trip to raise money
Seaton Tramway is excited to announce its TRAMATHON Fundraising Appeal, which will see a week of live videos streamed online to help...
May 18, 20202 min read


Eye-catching tribute to tram drivers
Two schoolboys have paid a special tribute to Nottingham’s tram drivers for helping to keep the city moving during the coronavirus...
Apr 16, 20202 min read


Safety on our Transport Networks – Secretary of State for Transport
During this period of unprecedented disruption and uncertainty, the transport industry has risen magnificently to the challenges posed by...
Apr 14, 20201 min read


Blackpool Transport making changes to services to enable safe travel for key workers
The company is reducing the frequency on its bus routes during the daytime, meaning there will be less services running each day and all...
Mar 25, 20201 min read


Nottingham responds to latest Coronavirus advice
Following the latest government advice to avoid all non-essential travel, Nottingham’s tram network is adjusting its timetable to reflect...
Mar 25, 20202 min read


Next generation award for Nottingham tram network
Nottingham’s tram network has secured a prestigious international award recognising a commitment to the ongoing development of the...
Feb 26, 20202 min read


LRSSB CEO Vacancy
Would you like to work for a growing company based in Birmingham City Centre, with the ability to work from home or remotely? The Light...
Feb 14, 20201 min read


NOTTINGHAM TRAM NETWORK FIRST TO SET STANDARD
Nottingham’s tram network has become the UK’s first light rail system to receive a prestigious international standard. As a result of a...
Feb 7, 20201 min read


Firefighters in Edinburgh display technical expertise as they lift tram
Firefighters in Edinburgh demonstrated their heavy rescue capabilities during a unique training exercise to carefully lift a tram off the...
Jan 29, 20202 min read


UK First in Customer Service for Edinburgh Trams
Edinburgh Trams has been told it is the first UK light rail operator to achieve ServiceMark accreditation. What’s more, they are the...
Jan 29, 20202 min read


Go Ahead for The Development of National Occupational Standards for Tram Drivers
UKTram are leading on a UK wide National Occupational Standards (NOS) project, to review the existing Tram Driver NOS, which were last...
Jan 9, 20202 min read


Birmingham city centre tram extension opens to passengers ahead of schedule
Two more Birmingham city centre tram stops have today been opened to passengers offering direct services to Christmas markets,...
Dec 11, 20193 min read


All Aboard for the Santa Tram Express
Children and parents who have been supported by Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity received an early Christmas present from Edinburgh...
Dec 3, 20192 min read


Metro teams release safety video to mark Road Safety Week
A series of safety videos are being released by West Midlands Metro and Midland Metro Alliance as testing and commissioning intensifies...
Nov 19, 20193 min read


Put your first foot forward with free tram travel this Hogmanay
For a fourth year Edinburgh Trams will be providing free Hogmanay travel between West End and Edinburgh Airport waiving the need for...
Nov 14, 20191 min read
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