Daily Archives: Friday 9 October 2015

Picture in Time: Blackpool Illuminated Trawler 633

This weeks Blackpool offering in Picture in Time continues our look at some of the Illuminated trams which have operated over the years with a view of the latest tram feature car to be constructed – Trawler 633 (as it … Continue reading

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Edinburgh Trams named Operator of the Year at Light Rail Awards

The annual Light Rail Awards have taken place this week in London and the big winner of the night turned out to be Edinburgh Trams which walked away with the prestigious Operator of the Year accolade. Other systems to win … Continue reading

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Edinburgh Trams inquiry starts

After months of preparation and debate the inquiry into the Edinburgh Trams project has opened with the first of the preliminary hearings taking place although it will be some time before any witnesses are called to give evidence. The Chairman … Continue reading

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Leeds 602 legacy rejected – again!

A recent announcement that the decision by the Board of Management at the Tramway Museum Society to reject a substantial donation to enable the restoration of the unique Leeds 602 was being reviewed, had been met with approval by the … Continue reading

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Delays after collision between car and tram on Metrolink

It was a case of “what again?” as passengers wishing to travel to Manchester Airport during the Thursday 8th October evening rush hour faced delays after a collision between a car and a tram at Shadowmoss. The collision took place … Continue reading

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