The UK’s current only example of Very Light Rail is celebrating carrying its seven millionth passenger since it started operating in 2009. The Stourbridge Shuttle is thought to be the shortest passenger transit route in Europe at 0.8 miles long and the new look shuttle service was introduced 14 years ago to save costs and allow the continued operation of this vital feeder route.
The line uses two Parry People Movers with one required to run the service at any one time. It operates at a maximum speed limit of 20 miles an hour and requires two drivers at a time to ensure safety and provide customer service duties.
The service is operated by Pre Metro Operations and is based on the technology developed by the late John Parry.