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Light Rail News Roundup, November 22, 2024
Supertram staff raise thousands in memory of a colleague, extra trams in Edinburgh, busy weekend ahead for Manchester Metrolink...
Nov 22, 20243 min read
Seminar Highlights Sustainability Benefits of Light Rail
Seminar highlights sustainability benefits of Light Rail...
Nov 22, 20241 min read
Light Rail News Roundup November 15, 2024
Environmental Award for NET announced, seasonal celebrations underway in Edinburgh, Safer Travel in West Midlands...
Nov 15, 20243 min read
Call for new Non-Executive Directors ahead of AGM
As part of UKTram’s continued development, vision and growth, the organisation is looking to appoint two Non-Executive Directors.
Nov 14, 20241 min read
International events raise profile of light rail in the UK
A series of high-profile international events have helped to raise the profile of tramways and similar transit systems in the UK and highlig
Nov 14, 20241 min read
Light Rail News Roundup November 8, 2024
In this week's light rail round-up – Networks across the country pay tributes, Rita Ora becomes voice of metrolink...
Nov 8, 20243 min read
Successful first meeting with Minister
We look forward to helping shape the government’s ambitions for the integrated transport networks of the future...
Nov 7, 20241 min read
Light Rail News Roundup November 1, 2024
Metro operator appoints new Non-Executive Director, Manchester Metrolink customers urged urged to become ‘active bystanders’...
Nov 1, 20243 min read
Research in the spotlight during recent Centre of Excellence meeting
An academic from the University of Huddersfield has updated light rail experts on their Railway Research to Support Sustainable Mobility.
Oct 31, 20241 min read
Light Rail News Roundup October 25, 2024
Tram named after Nottingham fashion designer, winter timetable in Blackpool, Edinburgh Trams steps up support for rugby fans...
Oct 25, 20243 min read
Light Rail Roundup November 18, 2024
MP visits shuttle depot, NET highlights fare evasion among young people, Halloween fun at Crich Tramway Village and...
Oct 17, 20243 min read
Light Rail News Round-up October 11, 2024
Success for Edinburgh Trams, Nexus, and long-serving Metro team member, busy weekend for Manchester Metrolink, and LRSSB's new guidance...
Oct 10, 20243 min read
Light Rail Engineers highlight innovative technology
A well-attended meeting of light rail engineers has helped showcase a range of innovative products designed to enhance asset management and
Oct 10, 20241 min read
Light Rail News Roundup October 4, 2024
KeolisAmey awarded new DLR franchise, West Midlands tram named after volunteer, rail replacement works in Manchester....
Oct 3, 20243 min read
Centre of Excellence scoops top award
UKTram’s Centre of Excellence named 'Team of the Year' at the Global Light Rail Awards 2024.
Oct 2, 20241 min read
Light Rail News Round-up September 27, 2024
Puppets lead Metro’s ticketing campaign, engineering works in Edinburgh, TfGM seeks views of customers, heritage grant for Crich Tramway...
Sep 26, 20243 min read
Meeting hears of record-breaking patronage
Series of high-profile concerts and events help a number of UK tram networks post record patronage figures over the summer...
Sep 25, 20241 min read
Light Rail News Roundup September 20, 2024
Edinburgh drivers recognised for ‘Swiftie’ service, West Midlands Metro celebrates championship performance, records set on Tyne & Wear...
Sep 19, 20244 min read
Light Rail News Roundup September 13, 2024
New travel app launched in South Yorkshire, union threatens industrial action in Nottingham, Luas inviting customers to meet managers, and
Sep 12, 20244 min read
Light Rail News Roundup September 6, 2024
In this week’s news from the light rail sector – West Midlands Metro drivers aiming for championship success in Frankfurt, Edinburgh...
Sep 6, 20242 min read
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