Monthly Archives: December 2024

In Pictures: West Midlands Metro 57 gets its first advert

Posted on Thursday 12 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

Another new advertising livery to report on, this time its on the West Midlands Metro where 57 has received its first ever set of advert vinyls. The tram is now carrying a simple advert for PayPal, with it making its … Continue reading →

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Edinburgh Trams help raise funds for Save the Children

Posted on Thursday 12 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

Staff at Edinburgh Trams – from Drivers to Ticketing Services Assistants and the team in the office – have helped to collect funds for the Save the Children charity by celebrating the charity’s annual Christmas Jumper Day. They have spent … Continue reading →

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Bikes set to be permanently allowed on Metrolink trams off-peak

Posted on Thursday 12 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

Passengers are set to be permitted to take their bikes on board trams in Manchester after a trial earlier this year was deemed a success. But although Transport for Greater Manchester are planning to change the conditions of carriage to … Continue reading →

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Out and About: South Yorkshire Supertram – July 2024

Posted on Thursday 12 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

This is part two of our look at South Yorkshire Supertram in July 2024 as “Out and About” continues.

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In Pictures: 3081 gets new advert as two more return to fleet livery

Posted on Wednesday 11 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

There are more livery changes to report of in Manchester with one new advert and one advert being removed. 3081 is the latest tram to get new advertising vinyls whilst 3038 and 3047 have both gone back to yellow and … Continue reading →

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NET continues to provide high levels of satisfaction

Posted on Wednesday 11 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

The latest survey by Mindfield Research for Nottingham Express Transit shows that there remains high levels of public support and satisfaction, with over 90% of locals staying they would recommend the tram network to family and friends.

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Tram driver simulators evolve thanks to real-world events

Posted on Wednesday 11 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

The use of virtual reality to boost safety on UK tramways is set to take a major step forward thanks to the evolution of a pioneering accident and incident reporting system. The Light Rail Safety and Standards Board (LRSSB) are … Continue reading →

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Out and About: Nottingham Express Transit – August 2024

Posted on Wednesday 11 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

Today “Out and About” is going to Nottingham for some images captured during August 2024.

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Blackpool Transport MD confirms hopes for heritage trams in 2025

Posted on Tuesday 10 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

After the news at the end of last week that Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours operations had been suspended immediately and for an undefined period was met with an outpouring of emotions from enthusiasts and the general public alike (including a … Continue reading →

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Metrolink services to run as normal during strike action

Posted on Tuesday 10 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

Manchester Metrolink – and Bee Network bus services – will continue to operate as normal during a planned strike by staff employed by Transport for Greater Manchester and represented by the Unison and Unite unions. The strikes are due to … Continue reading →

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Jobseekers secure roles at Nexus through workplace training scheme

Posted on Tuesday 10 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

Three jobseekers have found a new career at Nexus thanks to a workplace training programme. The Sector Work Academy Programme (SWAP) has created new opportunities for the trio, providing them with customer service roles on the Tyne and Wear Metro.

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Out and About: South Yorkshire Supertram – July 2024

Posted on Tuesday 10 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

We go “Out and About” again and this is the first of a two part edition where we take a look at trams passing by in Sheffield City Centre.

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Metrolink fares to be frozen

Posted on Monday 9 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

TfGM have confirmed that fares on Manchester Metrolink will remain frozen in 2025 – for a fifth consecutive year. This news comes alongside a host of other fare announcements across the Bee Network as they seek to make public transport … Continue reading →

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Metro tunnelling work remembered 50 years later

Posted on Monday 9 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

It seems it’s the season for reminiscing about the past on the Tyne and Wear Metro! A retired construction worker has recently been remembering his role at building the complex network of tunnels under Newcastle City Centre – marking 50 … Continue reading →

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Trams &: London Trams 2553 & bus

Posted on Monday 9 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

Another chance to take a look at “Trams &” in South London.

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Out and About: Beamish Tramway – May 2024

Posted on Monday 9 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

We go back to May 2024 for this latest edition of “Out and About” to take a look at one of the trams in service on the museum tramway at Beamish.

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Manchester Metrolink Then & Now: Manchester Central

Posted on Sunday 8 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

We have another edition of “Manchester Metrolink Then & Now” for you.

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Luas Christmas competition offers chance to win vouchers

Posted on Sunday 8 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

Dublin’s Luas tram system is offering ten lucky participants the chance to win a 100 euro digital One4All voucher as part of a pre-Christmas giveaway.

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15 Years Apart: Blackpool Brush 630

Posted on Sunday 8 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

In this edition of “15 Years Apart” we feature a tram which has not only changed livery but also locations.

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Tram of the Year 2024 – voting is now open!

Posted on Sunday 8 December 2024 by Gareth Prior

After a week of nominations (thanks to everyone who took the time to contact us with their nominations) we are delighted to announce the final shortlists for the British Trams Online Tram of the Year 2024!

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