Birmingham Eastside Metro extension set for temporary terminus whilst HS2 work is completed
A temporary Metro terminus near Moor Street Queensway in Birmingham will result in the earlier delivery of tram services to the east of Birmingham cit…
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Video: Coventry Very Light Rail vehicle passes track test
The Coventry Very Light Rail (CVLR) project has successfully run a vehicle on its test track in Dudley.
West Midlands sees £2.7 million investment confirmed for the region’s transport infrastructure
The investment will support an array of improvements, such as the Midlands Rail Hub project following the cancellation of HS2's phase 2.
Kier Group takes over work on Willenhall and Darlaston railway station sites
September saw work paused on both sites as the main contractor Buckingham Group went into administration during August
Trams to run on West Midlands Metro extension to Wolverhampton from Sunday
Passenger tram services will operate on the new West Midlands Metro extension in Wolverhampton city centre from this Sunday (17 September).
West Midlands Metro Mayor signs charter pledging to use more UK steel
On 6 September, Andy Street, the West Midlands Metro Mayor, signed a UK Steel Charter that commits the region's key projects to use UK-made steel.
New transport hub leads to Dudley Port station revamp
A scheme costing £2.4 million is set to upgrade Dudley Port, one of the most outdated stations in the West Midlands.
West Midlands transport submit objection to ticket office closures
Transport chiefs in the West Midlands have formally objected to proposals to close railway ticket offices across the region,.
52% increase in visitors since ‘Ozzy’ the bull’s arrival at Birmingham New Street
The station has seen a huge boost in visitor numbers thanks to the giant metal mechanical bull which has made its home on the station's concourse.
Sharon Osbourne attends unveiling of Ozzy the Bull at Birmingham New Street
Ozzy the bull has returned to public display in his new home on Birmingham New Street station's concourse.