
Light rail news roundup
A full review of system switches and crossing maintenance regimes is set to be funded by UKTram and the Light Rail Safety and Standards Board. Huddersfield University will be partners on the project, which is being carried out in line with a push by the Office of Rail and Road requiring those responsible for maintenance […]

UKTram presses minister on recovery support for sector
Transport Minister Baroness Vere has recognised the need for ongoing support for light rail as operators ramp up services while many coronavirus restrictions remain in place.

Pre Metro Supports Innovative Biomethane Light Rail Development
Pre Metro Operations has been playing it’s part in the development of a futuristic light rail vehicle that incorporates the use of Biomethane and kinetic energy storage.

Continued compliance thanks to successful safety messages
Marketing and customer services professionals from across the light rail sector have reported the continued success of their messages on safe travel during the coronavirus pandemic.

Light rail news roundup
The light rail sector has welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement last week of changes to government advice on travelling by public transport. UKTram also believes that the sector is now well placed to support any Government messages on safe travel, and fully prepared to manage an increase in customer numbers. Over the past few months […]