top of page


Summit call for shared vision
The new leader of an organisation representing light rail in the UK has pledged to unite the sector in a shared vision for the future....
Sep 12, 20192 min read


Successful tram test on new track for the Birmingham Westside extension
Trams arrived in Victoria Square for the first time as a gauge test of newly installed track for the Birmingham Westside extension was...
Sep 3, 20193 min read


Success of light rail in summit spotlight
The success of light rail as a sustainable solution to the UK’s urban transport challenges will be put in the spotlight at a high-profile...
Sep 2, 20192 min read


New group to drive customer communication
Marketing and customer service professionals from across the light rail sector are being urged to get onboard a new initiative to boost...
Aug 19, 20191 min read


Drone footage shows major milestone for Metrolink works at Crumpsall
Recent work on the Bury line resulted in a major milestone for the Metrolink Trafford Park Line (TPL) extension – the new sidings tracks...
Aug 15, 20192 min read


Former Chairman moving on
Phil Hewitt, a former Chairman of UK Tram will shortly be leaving his role as West Midlands Metro Director, it has been announced. Phil...
Aug 9, 20191 min read


New Chairman for UK Tram
UK Tram, the organisation representing the country’s light rail sector, has announced the high-profile appointment of George Lowder MBE...
Aug 7, 20192 min read


Tram operator backs terminal illness charter
The operator of Nottingham’s tram network has signed up to an initiative aimed at supporting employees facing terminal illness. Keolis...
Aug 5, 20191 min read


Skills training boost for tram recruitment
An innovative training scheme has delivered a significant recruitment boost for the region’s expanding tram network. West Midlands Metro...
Jul 25, 20192 min read


Rolling Stock Manager Vacancy – West Midlands Metro
Rolling Stock Manager Wednesbury £ competitive salary Full Time, Permanent Closing Date: 31st July 2019 Midland Metro Ltd operates...
Jul 8, 20192 min read


Conference Set to Boost Investment Case for Light Rail
Maximising investment in light rail in a bid to tackle rising urban congestion and pollution will be a key theme at the UK’s major...
Jun 28, 20192 min read


Record-breaking year for light rail
Record passenger numbers represent a massive vote of confidence in light rail, the leader of the UK’s light rail sector said today...
Jun 21, 20192 min read
bottom of page
