Work to extend the West Midlands Metro further into the Black Country, linking even more communities to rapid and reliable … Read more
Historic Parkhead Viaduct restoration nears completion
The multi-million pound restoration of Dudley’s historic Parkhead Viaduct is nearing completion, with the final scaffolding due to be removed … Read more
Metro schemes a key part of TfWM’s £6.1bn investment for a green transport revolution
Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) is investing a total of £6.1 billion to deliver a green transport revolution across the … Read more
Spades set to hit the ground to pave way for earlier opening of Eastside Metro route
Construction activity, which will pave the way for the partial opening of the Birmingham Eastside Metro extension, is set to … Read more
Metro Delta junction structure in Wednesbury entering final construction phase
The construction of a significant structure for the Wednesbury to Brierley Hill Metro extension has entered the final stages of … Read more
Funding package to continue Black Country Metro extension
West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) leaders will next week be asked to agree a funding package to launch construction on … Read more
First tram runs on new Metro route as testing and commissioning underway in Wolverhampton
A tram travelled along Pipers Row and Railway Drive for the first time last night as testing for the Wolverhampton … Read more
Midland Metro Alliance showcases construction careers during National Apprenticeship Week 2023
In recognition of a looming skills gap within the construction and rail industries, the Midland Metro Alliance (MMA) has shone … Read more
Work started on £43m West Midlands Metro depot expansion as more new trams arrive
Work is now underway on the expansion of the West Midlands Metro depot at Wednesbury to accommodate the increased fleet … Read more
Localised road closure of Sedgley Road East as new bridge installed for the Wednesbury to Brierley Hill Metro extension
A short section of Sedgley Road East in Tipton will close temporarily to vehicular traffic from Monday 24 October as … Read more