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UKTram members champion collaboration and innovation at Rail Live 2026
UKTram representatives attended this year’s Rail Live event at Porterbrook’s Long Marston Rail Innovation Centre, joining thousands of delegates from across the rail and transport industry to explore the latest developments shaping the future of transport.
Jun 182 min read
UKTram Managing Director James Hammett confirmed as a speaker at this year's Public Transport Asset Management UK Conference
UKTram Managing Director James Hammett has been confirmed as a speaker at this year's Public Transport Asset Management UK Conference, taking place on 23rd June at the Park Plaza London Riverbank.
Jun 172 min read
UKTram attends Women in Transport’s ‘From Intent to Impact’ event in Leeds
As part of Better Transport Week 2026, UKTram attended Women in Transport's From Intent to Impact – Advancing Equity for Women Across Transport event in Leeds. Attending on behalf of UKTram were the Marketing and Communications Manager, Chelsea Branch and the West Midlands Metro Managing Director and UKTram Board Member, Sophie Allison.
Jun 172 min read
Supertram advertises new career opportunities
upertram is inviting applications for two new roles as it continues to invest in both its people and the long-term future of the South Yorkshire network.
The operator is recruiting for a part-time HR Advisor and a Level 1 Rolling Stock Maintenance Technician, with both positions based at Nunnery Depot in Sheffield and applications closing on 25 June.
Jun 161 min read
UKTram supports Campaign for Better Transport report launch in Parliament
As Better Transport Week shines a spotlight on the importance of cleaner, greener and better-connected communities, UKTram is reflecting on discussions held earlier this month at the launch of Campaign for Better Transport's latest report, Track Record: What Great British Railways Can Learn from British Rail, at the House of Commons.
Jun 152 min read
UK and Ireland Tram and Light Rail and News Round-up | Tram-trains, transformation and transport confidence | Friday 12th June 2026
In this week's UK and Ireland Tram and Light Rail round-up: Supertram leadership team focuses on future priorities, Metrolink highlights role in major events as BRIT Awards return to Manchester and depot workers say a fond farewell to old Tyne and Wear Metro trains. Plus, Siemens secures infrastructure contract for Wales’ first tram-train network, operation SafeTravel launches to boost confidence on public transport and Edinburgh Trams prepares for Zach Bryan concert crowds.
Jun 129 min read
Coventry Very Light Rail demonstrator track enters construction phase
The Coventry Very Light Rail project has now broken ground on a 400m long construction section along Mile Lane, the first of three phases to deliver the City Centre Demonstrator Track. This section features twin track installation, following a joint site enclosure with Severn Trent Water to renew an aged asset and support wider infrastructure renewal ahead of the Council’s Very Light Rail works, which will commence mid-July 2026. Road milling and wider excavation is now in pr
Jun 123 min read
Final tickets remain for UKTram and LRSSB Light Rail Summit 2026
Final tickets remain for the UKTram and LRSSB Light Rail Summit 2026. Secure your place to hear from a fantastic line-up of speakers and connect with colleagues from across the sector for a day of insight, discussion and networking.
Jun 112 min read
UKTram updates operational resources on Members' Hub following sector collaboration
UKTram has added a series of updated operational and technical resources to its Members’ Hub, continuing its work to support shared learning, collaboration and knowledge exchange across the light rail sector.
Jun 112 min read
UKTram continues support for Women in Transport following Annual General Meeting
UKTram has reaffirmed its support for Women in Transport following the organisation's Annual General Meeting, which took place online on Wednesday, 9th June. The AGM provided an opportunity to reflect on the organisation's achievements over the past year and celebrate the growing impact of its work across the transport sector.
Jun 92 min read
UKTram welcomes Waterman Aspen to growing member community
UKTram is pleased to welcome Waterman Aspen as its newest member, adding to the organisation's growing network of businesses supporting the development and delivery of light rail systems across the UK and Ireland.
Jun 92 min read
UKTram renews support for landmark 20th anniversary UK Light Rail Conference as programme is released
UKTram has confirmed it will once again support the UK Light Rail Conference, as the sector's flagship event prepares to celebrate its 20th anniversary later this month. With the full programme now available, delegates can begin planning their conference experience, connect with fellow attendees and explore the wide range of sessions taking place throughout the event.
Jun 83 min read
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