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Light Rail News Roundup 10th December 2021
In this week’s light rail news – reindeer named trams in Edinburgh, bargain return ticket in Blackpool, first bodyshell unveiled for Tyne...
Dec 9, 20213 min read


Light Rail News Roundup 3rd December 2021
In light rail news this week – NET tram wrapped for carbon neutral campaign, pop star tells stories on Metrolink, bumper Edinburgh Trams...
Dec 3, 20214 min read


On Track Newsletter Packed with UKTram and LRSSB Updates
There’s plenty of news from UKTram and the LRSSB in the second issue of our OnTrack newsletter, which is now available to download....
Dec 3, 20211 min read


New look tram unveiled as a ‘green symbol’ of Nottingham’s climate ambitions
NET and Nottingham City Council have unveiled a striking new look for one of Nottingham’s trams to help create a ‘green symbol’ of the...
Dec 2, 20212 min read


Recruitment challenges reported by group
HR professionals from across the light rail sector have reported that recruitment remains a challenge in a highly competitive employment...
Dec 1, 20211 min read


Engineers focus on track worker safety
Improving track worker safety was a key topic under discussion at a recent meeting of engineers from the light rail sector. The final...
Nov 30, 20211 min read


Light Rail News Roundup 26th November 2021
In light rail news this week – Edinburgh Trams gets you to Christmas attractions, temporary service reductions in Sheffield, customers...
Nov 26, 20213 min read


Light Rail News Roundup 19th November 2021
In this week’s light rail news – major recruitment drive in Edinburgh, Bee Network tour seeks views on transport in Greater Manchester,...
Nov 19, 20213 min read


Date set for ‘not to be missed’ event
Following the success of this year’s extended Light Rail Summit in Edinburgh, UKTram and the Light Rail Safety and Standards Board have...
Nov 17, 20211 min read


Light Rail News Roundup 12th November 2021
In light rail news this week – VLR an option for new rail lines, green flash sale on NET, poppies on trams and free veterans travel in...
Nov 12, 20213 min read


Latest funding package provides security for networks in Scotland
An additional £2.2 million of emergency funding for light rail in Scotland will help operators plan ahead with renewed confidence....
Nov 11, 20211 min read


Light Rail News Roundup 5th November 2021
In light rail news this week – more recruits on Metro’s Kickstart scheme, new tickets for Rugby fans in Edinburgh, green rewards on NET,...
Nov 5, 20214 min read


Stourbridge Dasher seeks alternative funding opportunities
The Stourbridge Dasher, the proposed passenger service between Stourbridge and Brierley Hill, is now seeking funding from sources other...
Nov 5, 20212 min read


Young people urged to consider careers in light rail engineering
Opportunities for a rewarding career in engineering within the UK’s expanding light rail sector are being put under the spotlight this...
Nov 2, 20213 min read


Light Rail News Roundup 22nd October 2021
In this weeks light rail news – safety reminders on Metrolink, Edinburgh promotes family ticket to half-term day trippers, Halloween...
Oct 22, 20214 min read


Working groups report growth in patronage
Patronage continues to grow across all networks since the lifting of coronavirus restrictions, recent meetings of UKTram working groups...
Oct 22, 20212 min read


Light Rail News Roundup 15th October 2021
In light rail news this week – radio upgrade in Blackpool, Stourbridge Shuttle release VLR video, consultation on Manchester ‘Bee...
Oct 15, 20215 min read


New report strengthens case for light rail support
A new report highlighting how Britain’s light rail systems are instrumental in supporting economic growth, promoting social inclusion,...
Oct 15, 20211 min read


Light rail news roundup 8th October 2021
In Light Rail news this week – Mandip walks 100 miles to raise £1400 for cancer charity, 5 million journeys using Manchester’s...
Oct 8, 20214 min read


UKTram and LRSSB celebrate awards recognition
UKTram and the organisation responsible for light rail safety have scooped a series of prestigious accolades at a high-profile event...
Oct 7, 20212 min read
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