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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
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