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UKTram strategy to press the case for light rail
A powerful strategy aimed at shaping a progressive future for the UK’s light rail sector is set to be delivered to Government, industry...
Dec 16, 20202 min read


Metro makes change count this Christmas
Small change in passengers’ pockets could bring big changes to the lives of some of the region’s most vulnerable people thanks to a...
Dec 15, 20202 min read


Light rail news roundup
In light rail news this week – ‘CAT’ team in the West Midlands, Infrastructure Manager vacancy at Metro, ‘Trambassadors’ for...
Dec 10, 20204 min read


Help set new standards for Tram and Tramway Engineers
Engineers from across light rail are being invited to have their say in setting new standards for key roles within the sector by taking...
Dec 9, 20204 min read


Winter service at Seaton Tramway
This December trams will journey through the Axe Valley for this special winter service, running every 30 minutes between Seaton and...
Dec 7, 20203 min read


Light rail news roundup
In light rail news this week – A ‘tramtastic’ baker in Edinburgh, record number of Metro drivers in training, award win for Midland Metro...
Dec 3, 20203 min read


Network Rail launches Tram Train Pilot Learning Hub
The Tram Train Pilot Learning Hub has been launched by the project’s delivery partners (Network Rail, SYPTE, and Stagecoach Supertram). The hub contains information on a wide range of themes and topics drawn from the collective experience of designing, constructing and operating the UK’s first Tram Train system.
Dec 3, 20202 min read


Apprenticeships planned for future light rail engineers
UKTram is set to play a key role in the development of specialised training programmes for the next generation of light rail engineers....
Dec 2, 20202 min read


Light rail news roundup
In this weeks light rail news – Time capsule buried at Tyne & Wear, Wi-Fi disconnected in Manchester, new ticketing app for travel on...
Nov 26, 20204 min read


Engineers meet online to discuss hot topics
Engineers from across the sector have been working to drive forward practical solutions to a range of technical challenges facing light...
Nov 26, 20201 min read


Project aims to help overcome barriers to tram expansion
A new project by UKTram aims to help promoters navigate one of the complex statutory processes associated with developing new light rail...
Nov 26, 20202 min read


Light rail news roundup
In Light Rail news this week – NET renew community partnership, a rising star in the West Midlands, park & ride expansion in Greater...
Nov 19, 20204 min read
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