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New video drives home the case for light rail
The huge benefits that light rail is bringing to major UK cities has been brought into sharp focus in a new video launched online this...
Sep 30, 20212 min read


Building Back Better – A Light Rail Strategy for the UK
To support the launch of the far-reaching Light Rail Strategy, UKTram has produced a new video. Featuring examples of how tramways have...
Sep 28, 20211 min read


Future strategy for trams unveiled
A wide-ranging strategy for the future of light rail has been unveiled by UKTram today (Thursday, September 23). The latest draft of the...
Sep 23, 20211 min read


Employee availability improves following test and trace changes
Recent changes to NHS test and trace guidance have been welcomed by light rail HR professionals, with fewer staff being required to...
Sep 21, 20212 min read


Last few Light Rail Summit tickets
The last few tickets for a landmark Light Rail Summit are still available from the UKTram online shop. The event, organised by UKTram and...
Sep 17, 20211 min read


Light rail news roundup 17th September 2021
In light rail news this week – Workwise scheme offers travel discounts in the West Midlands, penalty fare increased on NET, strike action...
Sep 17, 20213 min read


Modelling tool can predict demand for tram stops and lines
An innovative tool for forecasting demand for public transport stops and stations has been in the spotlight at the latest meeting of...
Sep 15, 20212 min read


UKTram and LRSSB on track for prestigious awards
UKTram and the organisation responsible for light rail safety are in the running for multiple awards at a high-profile event celebrating...
Sep 14, 20212 min read


Light rail news roundup 10th September 2021
In this week’s light rail news – Rugby kicks off in new ground next to Edinburgh tram stop, weekly contactless capping launches in...
Sep 10, 20213 min read


Prestigious venue for summit reception
A landmark event for the light rail sector is set to close with an informal reception in one of Edinburgh’s most iconic locations. With...
Sep 9, 20211 min read


Light rail news roundup 3rd September 2021
In light rail news this week – Edinburgh Trams issues travel advice as Covid cases rise in Scotland, frequencies increase in Greater...
Sep 3, 20213 min read


Leading sector figures named as keynote speakers at Light Rail Summit
The CEO of Keolis UK, Alistair Gordon, and Jonathan Bray, Director of the Urban Transport Group, are set to share their views on the...
Sep 3, 20212 min read
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