Daily Archives: Wednesday 13 December 2017

Luas Cross City line opens

Posted on Wednesday 13 December 2017 by Gareth Prior

At 1400 on Saturday 9th December the crucial Cross City line on Dublin’s Luas network was officially opened with services on the Green line now extended to travel through to Broombridge. The current Taoiseach Leo Vardaker – a former Transport … Continue reading →

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Plans for new Midland Metro penalty fare approved

Posted on Wednesday 13 December 2017 by Gareth Prior

A new £70 penalty charge for passengers travelling on Midland Metro without a ticket is set to be introduced by the end of 2018 after the West Midlands Combined Authority board approved the plan. This new charge would replace the … Continue reading →

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British Trams Online at 15 – Tram Loans: Blackpool & Fleetwood Rack 2

Posted on Wednesday 13 December 2017 by Gareth Prior

Another tram not originally intended to travel to Blackpool for the 125th anniversary was Blackpool & Fleetwood Rack 2 but following the problems with transporting double deckers from Crich it was offered as a substitute and thus made its way … Continue reading →

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Around the World in 18 Trams: Hong Kong 68

Posted on Wednesday 13 December 2017 by Gareth Prior

Another visit to Hong Kong as we continue our trip around the world. This time around we see double deck tourist tram 68.

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