Tag: Nexus
DISBELIEF as Metro drivers REJECT 15% pay rise
Nexus has said it is astonished that Metro drivers in the RMT and ASLEF unions have opted to reject a 15% pay rise.
South Shields’ transport interchange welcomes a million passengers
Nexus has announced that the £21m Transport Interchange in South Shields has welcomed its one-millionth passenger.
Nexus wins award for Spice Girls marketing campaign
Nexus has announced that it has scooped an award for the marketing and PR campaign it ran to encourage Spice Girls fans to travel to the concert at the Stadium of Light by Metro.
Metro engineering boss bows out after 47 years
The man who oversaw the construction of the Tyne and Wear Metro when it was first built is retiring after a 47 year career in the railway industry.
Nexus to support National Hate Crime Week
Nexus has announced that it is supporting National Hate Crime Awareness Week. A walk of solidarity in the west end of Newcastle marked the start...
Demolition of South Shields Metro station starts
Nexus has announced that work has started on the demolition of South Shields’ old Metro station. The station was shut permanently on 8 July to...
Metro memorabilia is donated to South Shields Museum
Nexus has announced that metro memorabilia has been donated to a local museum following the permanent closure of a station. Iconic items, including signs and...
“No Decision Yet”… Nexus release statement regarding new trains
Nexus has issued a statement about its programme to order a brand new train fleet for the Tyne and Wear Metro. The new fleet will...
Kids Elmer the Elephant designs displayed on the Metro
On the Tyne and Wear Metro, school kids are showcasing their artwork for thousands of passengers to see. This is to celebrate this summer’s art...
Work starts on Tyneside Metro Depot
Nexus has announced that it has started work on the construction of a temporary train depot in North Tyneside. The new temporary depot is to...
RailAdvent – Great Western Pannier Tank Classes Book Giveaway
This month, we are giving you the chance to win our review copy of the Great Western Pannier Tank Classes Book by David Maidment, published by Pen & Sword.