372km added to China’s metros
The annual end of year flurry of openings sees new routes opening in ten cities across China.
read moreNo inquiry planned for UK tram-train collision
The UK’s Rail Accident Investigation Branch has decided against holding a detailed investigation into the collision that occurred on the first day of the country’s debut public tram-train service
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Openings in Shanghai and Chengdu on the same day
China welcomes two new urban tramway services in December.
read moreBrussels approves two new northern routes
Proposals for two new tram routes to link the centre of the Belgian capital of Brussels with developing suburbs in the north of the city have been approved by the regional government.
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First services use Alicante’s Serra Grossa tunnel
The first track in the 1.5km (0.9-mile) Serra Grossa tunnel on Alicante’s tramway opened to traffic on 18 December, with the other planned to be in service by the start of March.
read moreMumbai dismisses ‘failed’ monorail operator
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has terminated the operations and maintenance contract held by the LTSE joint venture for the city’s troubled monorail, citing a ‘failure to perform and fulfil contractual obligations’.
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First major Parramatta contracts placed
The AUD840m (EUR516m) contract to build the first 12km stage of the light rail line between Westmead and Carlingford has been awarded to a joint venture of Downer and CPB Contractors.
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Ulm’s tramway doubles in size
A new EUR270m line brings Southern German system to 19.1km.
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Luxembourg Government to remove fares from public transport
A new coalition in Luxembourg aims to make public transport across tram, bus and train services free from 2020.
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Keolis selected as preferred operator for Odense tramway
Denmark’s second light rail system of the modern era is due to open in late 2020.
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Revitalising Milwaukee
Vic Simons visits Wisconsin to explore another example of the modern US streetcar being used as an urban regeneration tool.
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UK barriers to progress
UK light rail projects can be difficult to get off the ground, but in Europe they’re flourishing.
Tim Kendell analyses the barriers, both real and perceived, to further development of the mode.
Alpha Acoustiki: Acoustic Analysis on the Riyadh Metro
Noise and vibration modelling is a key element in the planning and design of urban rail systems, and the issues are multiplied when you venture underground….
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Crossing boundaries in Alsace
Most tramways are localised units, but Strasbourg and Basel have crossed key boundaries to help realise multi-national ambitions for light rail as a tool in urban strategy. Reg Harman finds out how.
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Innovation in urban integration
Thomas Lorent, Head of the Transit Steering Group at Pandrol, looks at the issues of noise and vibration related to urban rail transport and how the latest innovations in track design are ensuring a more harmonious relationship between residents and rail transport.
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Evolving the M5000
Metrolink’s latest tram order promises greater comfort as work on the system’s newest line progresses.
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The art of sensory design
Creating comfortable environments is vital to attracting passengers. TAUT discovers how designers are taking all five senses into account when conceiving both vehicles and infrastructure.
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Uk tram-train: Learning lessons
With public service now underway, Tim Kendell and Ian Ambrose relate some of the challenges in delivering the UK’s tram-train pilot – and the lessons that can be shared across the industry.
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Creating the UK’s first driverless railway
SPT’s Charles Hoskins talks TAUT through some of the major projects
being delivered on the Glasgow Subway that will ensure that it is not only fit
for the future, but become a class-leading pioneer for the UK.
The science of silence
The issue of noise and vibration in the interaction between track and vehicles on light rail and metro systems is a major challenge for both authorities and operators – Marcel Ujfaluši discusses how this can be reduced.
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UITP Global Public Transport Summit
After almost 130 years, the UITP Global Public Transport Summit is the world’s biggest event dedicated to sustainable mobility.
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Rail Live 2019
RAILLIVE!
5-7 March 2019
Bilbao Exhibition Center, Bilbao, Spain.
World Metro & Light Rail Congress / Rail Live Congress
Innovation. Technology. Performance.
read moreAPTA EXPO
Held just once every three years, APTA EXPO is the world’s largest showcase of technology, products, and services related to the public transportation industry.
read moreHeritage calendar highlights
A number of cities are to host tempting events for those interested in heritage tramway operations this year; among them Antwerp, the Rittnerbahn in Italy, and Zürich.
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SmartRail Europe
SmartRail Europe – 5-6 April 2017, Amsterdam – is the annual show for railway infrastructure managers, train operating companies, system and data integrators and technology suppliers to create the digital railway of the future.
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LightRail 2017 (Part of the World Metrorail Congress)
Innovation. Technology. Performance. For the world’s light rail & tram community and their partners.
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Get ready for the UITP Summit 2017, Montreal
On 15-17 May 2017 the international public transport community will come together in Montréal for the Global Public Transport Summit, the not-to-miss rendezvous for urban transport professionals.
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Global Light Rail Awards 2016
New UK Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport Paul Maynard told the Global Light Rail Awards on 5 October “you definitely have a supporter here today”.
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Ffestiniog Travel – 2017 dedicated tram tours
Tour operator Ffestiniog Travel has extended its escorted holiday programme to include more dedicated tram tours in the UK and Europe. It offers a chance to indulge your hobby within a relaxed, informative and organised holiday shared with fellow enthusiasts.
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