Automatic sliding step on Tyne and Wear Metro’s new trains revealed
The Tyne and Wear Metro has revealed how the automatic sliding step on Metro’s new trains steps will transform accessibility.
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Check Before Travelling: Tyne and Wear Metro closed in Newcastle this week
A huge Metro modernisation programme sees the line closed between Newcastle and North Tyneside for 5 days from Monday the 21st of February.
Michael Portillo’s new TV series features the Tyne and Wear Metro
Michael Portillo’s latest travelogues about railway journeys featured the Tyne and Wear Metro on a journey to Tynemouth.
Disruption to Tyne and Wear Metro over two weekends
On 13th February and 5th/6th March there will be no Tyne and Wear Metro services operating between Airport and South Gosforth.
Free parking at four Tyne & Wear Metro park and ride sites extended to end of March
Free car parking at four park and ride sites on the Tyne and Wear Metro has been extended until March 31 as Metro looks to win back customers.
February 5 day closure for one of Tyne and Wear’s Metro’s busiest lines between Newcastle and North Tyneside
An extensive modernisation project will mean closure for one of Tyne and Wear's Metro's busiest lines between Newcastle and North Tyneside
Official launch of £100m Metro Flow project in South Tyneside
The official launch has taken place of the Metro Flow project to upgrade and electrify an existing freight line in South Tyneside.
Artists invited to create work for new Tyne & Wear Metro trains
Nexus, the operator of the Tyne and Wear Metro, has announced a major new arts commission for the system’s £362m new train fleet.
Metro’s Famous Faces mural celebrates its 25th year
A mural featuring well known Tyneside personalities is celebrating its 25th year since being displayed at Monument on the Tyne and Wear Metro.
First new train for Tyne and Wear Metro enters final assembly
The first train in Tyne and Wear Metro’s new £362m fleet has entered the final assembly phase at Stadler’s factory in Switzerland.