Category Archives: Tyne and Wear Metro

The Tyne and Wear Metro is set to benefit from new state of the art signalling technology at Gosforth Depot as part of the continued upgrade of the facility by Stadler and VolkerFitzpatrick. New digital signalling systems are to be … Continue reading →

“The Teddy Bear Cabinet: Please Mind the Gap” is a new series of artworks which is being showcased on the Tyne and Wear Metro. Aimed to provide thoughtful tips and information for new parents the artwork will be on Metro … Continue reading →

Two of the Tyne and Wear Metro drivers involved in the testing of the new Stadler trains have given a resounding positive reflection on the quality of the trains. John Doughty and Chris Mongan were there on the first tests … Continue reading →

After several weeks of issues with the escalators at Haymarket station on the Tyne and Wear Metro, Nexus have made the decision that the station will temporarily become exit only. Although a major programme of refurbishment work has recently been … Continue reading →

The Tyne and Wear Metro seems to be as much an art gallery as a public transport system with news that another set of artwork can now be viewed on the network. This time it’s a group of young artists … Continue reading →

A new piece of artwork has been unveiled at Byker Tyne and Wear Metro station which celebrates the diversity and cultural heritage of Shields Road. The large mural provides a positive snapshot of everyday life in the local area and … Continue reading →

We’ve listened to feedback and will be providing extra security on board the majority of evening services on the Tyne and Wear Metro. That’s the message from Nexus as they announce increased security teams across the network after 1900 each … Continue reading →

Nexus are investing £2 million in a major programme of lift and escalator works at various stations on the Tyne and Wear Metro network. The work is already underway and should be completed by the end of the summer.

The historic canopy at the Whitely Bay Tyne and Wear Metro station is set to enjoy a £5.3 restoration with planning permission having been granted for the work last year. The work will start soon and comes soon after an … Continue reading →

Staff at Nexus have donated over £5,000 to charity following a year of fundraising. £5,535.34 has been presented to the Great North Air Ambulance Service, a charity nominated by Nexus staff as their chosen charity for the year.

The first of the new trains being built by Stadler for the Tyne and Wear Metro has started testing outside of the depot. 555 003 made its first moves on the mainline in the early hours of Wednesday 10th May … Continue reading →

Their days of operation may be numbered by the original Tyne and Wear Metrocars are set to enjoy some TLC with a major programme of deep cleaning and interior repair works to be initiated by Stadler. The idea is that … Continue reading →

Nexus have appointed a new Operations Director for the Tyne and Wear Metro. Kevin Storey has been promoted from the Head of Operations Delivery role and will now be responsible for overseeing the day to day running of services on … Continue reading →

Anyone aged 21 and under will be able to benefit from cheaper fares on the Tyne and Wear Metro as from 7th May with the expansion of the Pop Blue smartcard. Currently available to those between 16 and 18 it … Continue reading →