Latest Tramway Systems News
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TfGM Announces Major Works Programme Along Tram Network
TfGM has announced a new programme of work that aims to build capacity and resilience of its tracks, trams and workforce.
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Hitachi Rail to Modernise Oldest Tramline in Middle East
Hitachi Rail has been contracted to provide modernisation and upgrades on the Alexandria Raml Tram, the oldest tramline in the Middle East.
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ATP Releases Solicitation for Design and Construction of Austin Light Rail Phase 1
Austin Transit Partnership has released an official solicitation for the final design and construction contract of Austin Light Rail Phase 1…
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New Tram Track Installed in Manchester City Centre
Essential works to install a set of new tram tracks in Manchester city centre have been completed on time, with services now resumed.
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Metrolink Track Replacement Works Underway in Manchester City Centre
Work to replace tram tracks in Manchester city centre is set to begin as part of the ongoing Metrolink improvements programme.
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Support Revealed for West Yorkshire Mass Transit Tram Network
Thousands of residents across West Yorkshire have expressed support for the proposed Mass Transit network for the region.
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Italy: T2 Tramway Extension Opens in Florence
GEST has commenced operations on the T2 tramway extension in Florence, connecting Peretola Airport with San Marco Square.
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Canada: Contract Awarded for Gatineau-Ottawa Tramway Project
STO has contracted Groupe Porteur to deliver professional, technical, and multidisciplinary services for the Gatineau-Ottawa tramway.
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Alstom's APS Catenary-Free Technology Extends Barcelona’s Tramway
Alstom's APS catenary-free technology has made its debut on the Spanish rail network, equipping Barcelona's new tramway extension.
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New T1 Trams Prepare for Service in Île-de-France
Île-de-France Mobilités' modernised T1 tram service is preparing to commence at the end of 2024 using new TW20 trams from Alstom.
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France: Strasbourg Trials Parcel Delivery by Tram
La Poste, Alstom, Eurométropole de Strasbourg (EMS), and CTS are testing the use of trams to deliver parcels in Strasbourg, France.
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Hitachi Rail to Supply Battery-Powered Trams in Florence
In Florence, Hitachi Rail has been contracted to supply 46 battery-powered trams and the necessary digital signalling to operate them.
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West Yorkshire Proposes Route Options for Mass Transit Network
The Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin has unveiled detailed route options for the region's future mass transit tram network.
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US: CAF to Supply New Trams in Omaha, Nebraska
The Omaha Streetcar Authority has selected CAF to supply the trams for the city's new tram network project.
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Belgium: De Lijn, CAF and OTIV Test AI to Enhance Tram Safety
Flemish transport operator, De Lijn is collaborating with CAF and OTIV to deploy AI technology to enhance the safety of trams in Belgium.
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Île-de-France Mobilités Opens T3b Tramway Extension
On 5 April, Île-de-France Mobilités commenced passenger services on the T3b tramway extension to Porte Dauphine in Paris.
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Alstom to Build Infrastructure for Florence Tramway Line 4
The Municipality of Florence has selected Alstom to construct infrastructure for the Florence tramway Line 4 in Italy.
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Saudi Arabia: Alstom to Deliver AlUla's Catenary-Free Tramway
Alstom has signed a contract with the Royal Commission for AlUla to deliver its battery-powered tramway line.
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Stadler's TRAMLINK Tram Commences Service in Bern
BERNMOBIL has officially commenced regular services of the new Stadler TRAMLINK vehicles in Bern, Switzerland.
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Budapest Public Transit Network Trials Pay&Go Technology
Budapest public transport operator, BKK, has commenced a pilot scheme for an innovative contactless fare payment platform from Switchio.
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TfL and TOL Fined £14 Million for Sandilands Tram Derailment
Transport for London (TfL) and Tram Operations Limited (TOL) have been fined following the Sandilands Tram derailment in November 2016.
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Alstom Unveils New Tram Designs for Québec City Tramway
The City of Québec and Alstom have unveiled designs of the proposed new trains for the Québec City Tramway.
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Škoda Group to Develop Smart and Automated Depots
Škoda Group's latest project will focus on incorporating automated technologies into a comprehensive smart depot ecosystem for tram operator…
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Sweden: Systra to Project Manage Construction of New Tramway in Uppsala
The city of Uppsala has selected Systra to provide project management services for the construction of its first tramway.