UKTram attends Rail Forum Parliamentary Reception as cross-sector collaboration continues to grow

UKTram Managing Director James Hammett attended the Rail Forum Parliamentary Reception last month, joining colleagues from across the wider rail and transport industry for discussions on the future direction of UK rail policy and investment.

Hosted by Rail Forum at the House of Commons, the reception created space for discussion between parliamentarians and organisations working across rail, infrastructure, operations and the supply chain at a significant moment for the industry.

Much of the conversation focused on the future of Great British Railways and the role rail continues to play within economic growth and national connectivity.

The event featured contributions from Rail Minister Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, Transport Committee Chair Ruth Cadbury MP, Rail Forum Chair Will Rogers and other parliamentary and industry representatives reflecting on the future direction of Britain’s railway.

While the reception was centred around heavy rail, the event provided a valuable opportunity for UKTram to continue strengthening relationships across the wider transport sector and ensure light rail remains part of broader conversations around connectivity, integrated mobility and future transport delivery.

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Will Broad, Marketing & Communications Manager at Rail Forum, commented:

"The Rail Forum Parliamentary Reception is always an exciting event in the Railway Calendar - it’s the opportunity to showcase the UK rail supply chain and wider industry to Parliamentarians; demonstrating the vital role that rail plays in our lives and for our economy.”

UKTram’s attendance reflected the organisation’s growing partnership with Rail Forum following the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the two organisations, supporting closer collaboration around knowledge sharing, innovation and industry engagement.

Reflecting on the event, James Hammett said:

“Always appreciate the opportunity to engage with colleagues from across the wider industry and gain insight into some of the key discussions currently shaping transport policy and rail reform. For UKTram, such events like this remain important for strengthening relationships across different parts of the industry and ensuring light rail continues to be represented within wider conversations around future connectivity and transport integration.”

UKTram looks forward to continuing its collaboration with Rail Forum and organisations across both rail and light rail as discussions around future transport delivery continue to evolve.