UKTram explore innovation in switch and crossing S&C systems

Posted on Saturday 2 May 2026 by Gareth Prior

Representatives from UKTram have recently visited Voestalpine Turnout Technology UK Ltd in Harworth where they have gained insight into the latest developments in switch and crossing (S&C) technology and quality assurance processes.

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A trip to… Isle of Man

Posted on Friday 1 May 2026 by Gareth Prior

For the first time in 2026 we feature some photos here taken on the Isle of Man. Geoff Pickles is the photographer who has captured these images which feature both the Manx Electric Railway and Snaefell Mountain Railway on 26th April 2026.

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More funding for the National Tramway Museum

Posted on Friday 1 May 2026 by Gareth Prior

Following on from receiving funding from Arts Council England which will go towards improvements in the Great Exhibition Hall, the National Tramway Museum have announced that they have been awarded £210,610 through the DCMS/Wolfson Museums and Galleries Improvement Fund

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Picture in Time: Blackpool Railcoach 678

Posted on Friday 1 May 2026 by Gareth Prior

Another photo comes from Blackpool in October 1979 and this time we’re at Bispham.

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In Pictures: Another Flexity2 returns to service in Blackpool

Posted on Thursday 30 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

The operating modern tram fleet of the Blackpool Tramway has been further boosted with the return to service of 004. Meanwhile, two other recent absentees (006 and 017) are being tested ahead of their own returns to action.

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RAIB start investigation following Metrolink derailment

Posted on Thursday 30 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) have announced that they have started an investigation after a tram derailed at Piccadilly on the Manchester Metrolink network on 5th April 2026.

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Metro train artwork goes on display

Posted on Thursday 30 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

You may recall that when the new fleet of Metro trains were being designed there was a call for artwork to be included, and now some of these pieces are being displayed in an exhibition at the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead.

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Latest Stadler train enters service on Tyne and Wear Metro

Posted on Wednesday 29 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

35 of the new Stadler trains have now carried fare paying passengers on the Tyne and Wear Metro following the entry into service of 555 033.

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Luas Cork preferred route revealed as another consultation is launched

Posted on Wednesday 29 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

The next light rail line in Ireland continues to progress with Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) having recently announced the preferred route as they launch another public consultation into the plans. Luas Cork is a proposed route which would from Ballincollig to Mahon Point with key destinations such as MTU, Cork University Hospital, UCC, Cork City Centre, Kent Station, Cork Docklands, Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Blackrock, and Mahon being connected.

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Eco-islands being created at West Midlands Metro tramstops

Posted on Wednesday 29 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

A new initiative from the West Midlands Metro will see Eco-islands installed at various tramstops across the network. This is part of the tram operator’s aim to “cultivate a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future for the region.”

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In Pictures: Metrolink 3053 returns to Manchester

Posted on Tuesday 28 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

Sunday 26th April 2026 saw the return of Manchester Metrolink M5000 3053 to Queens Road Depot following completion of its accident repairs in Scotland.

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Blackpool Transport: “Ambitious plans for heritage trams remain on track”

Posted on Tuesday 28 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

Following on from the news from Cllr Paul Galley that the current Tramtown attraction had been closed permanently owing to the condition of the Fitting Shop building where it was held, Blackpool Transport have released an official statement confirming that they still have ambitious plans for the future of heritage trams in the resort.

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West Midlands Metro special service: Sunday 3rd May 2026

Posted on Tuesday 28 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

As previously mentioned, West Midlands Metro will once again be supporting the Great Birmingham Run and they have now announced details of a special service which will run on Sunday 3rd May 2026 to both get people to the event as well as ensuring participants can take part safely.

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Tramtown to remain closed permanently

Posted on Monday 27 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

Cllr Paul Galley, local Conservative Councillor and Tramtown Volunteer Coordinator, has announced via his regular video updates that he has been informed by the new management at Blackpool Transport that Tramtown will not be reopening.

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London Trams operated sued over death of e-scooter rider

Posted on Monday 27 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

Legal action is being taken by the family of a 19-year-old e-scooter rider who died after being hit by a tram in 2022. Tram Operations Limited (TOL) are being sued for alleged negligence, with the family of Reuben Abakah seeking £200,000 in damages.

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Old(er) and New – Manchester Metrolink: Eccles

Posted on Monday 27 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

In this edition of “Old(er) and New” we head out to the Eccles terminus.

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They’ve Run in 2026 – Meet the Trams: National Tramway Museum – Glasgow 22

Posted on Sunday 26 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

We continue with “Meet the Trams” and carry on taking a look at those trams which have run in passenger service at the National Tramway Museum during 2026. And today it is the turn of Glasgow 22 to be looked at.

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In Pictures: A return to fleet livery for West Midlands Metro 47 & 50

Posted on Sunday 26 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

And just like that, the number of advertising liveries on the West Midlands Metro has halved with both 47 and 50 having returned to service minus their advertising vinyls.

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Luas Engineering Works: 2nd to 4th May 2026

Posted on Sunday 26 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

The Luas network in Dublin will be another tram system to be taking advantage of the long May Day Bank Holiday weekend to complete some essential engineering works with the Red line set to be affected.

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Rare Metro tickets found on ebay

Posted on Sunday 26 April 2026 by Gareth Prior

Enthusiast Ian Chapman has recently discovered some rare Tyne and Wear Metro tickets on ebay which he has added to his extensive ticket collection. His large collection already includes over 40,000 used Metro tickets but some of the latest additions have an extra rarity value as they were printed with the date the day before the Metro actually opened!

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