Category Archives: UKTram

A new report released by the Campaign for Better Transport has highlighted the essential role of rail and light rail in supporting cleaner, better-connected cities, The Making the Connection: Rail and the sustainable growth opportunity report uses two examples of … Continue reading →

The Owners and Authorities group at UKTram have met for the first time since the new leadership of Chair Chris Hopkinson and Vice-Chair Stuart Lowrie was announced earlier this year.

UKTram and Rail Forum, who recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen their working relationship, have joined together to run a Focus on Light Rail industry event this November.

UKTram Managing Director, James Hammett, was proud to recently represent the light rail sector at the annual Office of Rail and Road (ORR) annual stakeholder event. “A Year in Rail and the Track Ahead” was held on 17th July 2025 … Continue reading →

Another step forward in the strengthening collaboration across the transport sector has recently been demonstrated following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between UKTram and Rail Forum. This was signed at the Rail Forum AGM where the shared goals … Continue reading →

UKTram have announced a new collaboration with Rail Intel which will allow systems to access and act upon real-time data. Rail Intel is a first of its kind global intelligence platform which allows data-driven decision making to be made by … Continue reading →

UKTram will be continuing their sponsorship of the Global Light Rail Awards in 2025, the only international awards dedicated exclusively to celebrating success across the light and urban rail sector. The 2025 ceremony will take place at London’s Bloomsbury Ballroom … Continue reading →

Although not part of the UK, Dublin’s Luas tram system is a member of UKTram and they were recently the latest hosts for the Light Rail Operators Committee (LROC) for a meeting which was hosted by Transdev Ireland (operators of … Continue reading →

The annual Light Rail Summit returns to Birmingham on 25th September 2025, and this major event for sector leaders has now announced its agenda for a packed day of discussion knowledge-sharing and networking.

UKTram are currently recruiting for a part-time, fixed-term contract, Stakeholder and Innovation Manager to join their team. The role will lead UKTram’s stakeholder engagement strategy, promote collaboration across the light rail sector and embrace innovation to deliver real benefits to … Continue reading →

UKTram’s Lead Engineer, Phill Terry, was amongst 7.000 professionals from across the heavy and light rail industries who recently attended the Rail Live 2025 event at Long Marston. At the event he assessed what emerging developments could benefit the light … Continue reading →

Authorities Group, and this group has recently announced a new Chair and Vice Chair as it continues to drive forward key priorities and collaboration across the sector.

UKTram – the body that represents tram and light rail systems across the British Isles – have a number of groups made up of representatives from various systems who regularly meet to share best practice and other updates. One of … Continue reading →

UKTram have reiterated their support for an important national initiative which is aimed at helping those sleeping rough. Following previous discussions during a UKTram Light Rail Operators Committee meeting they are now encouraging their members to provide support where they … Continue reading →

Senior leaders from across the tram and light rail sector have recently met at the latest UKTram Executive Group where they discussed the latest insight, reviewed progress and explored collaborative responses to challenges and opportunities.

UKTram and Rail Forum have joined forces to create a new strategic partnership with it is said will be an exciting step in strengthening ties between the light and heavy rail sectors whilst supporting collaboration across the wider UK transport … Continue reading →