Daily Archives: Tuesday 12 November 2019

First tram runs on Trafford Park line

Posted on Tuesday 12 November 2019 by Gareth Prior

Initial testing has new commenced on Manchester Metrolink’s Trafford Park line with the first trams running between Pomona and Warren Bruce Road overnight on Sunday 10th November. This marks the start of extensive commissioning, testing and driver training which will … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: 22 enters service on Metro

Posted on Tuesday 12 November 2019 by Gareth Prior

Despite the fact it has been fitted with batteries for a number of weeks, 22 has previously carried passengers but that all changed on Tuesday 12th November when it was pressed into service for the first time – becoming either … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: Blackpool Balloon 700

Posted on Tuesday 12 November 2019 by Gareth Prior

This edition of Picture in Time again lands in Blackpool in 2007 and this time we take a look at the always popular first Balloon Car – 700.

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