Core Valley Lines electrification complete
Transport for Wales has now finished electrifying the Core Valley Lines, a key part of the South Wales Metro and one of the UK’s most ambitious rail…
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Seven new railway stations to be built in Wales under new plans
New plans are being announced today (18th February) that will see plans for the construction of seven new railway stations in Wales announced.
Thousands saved in cable damages thanks to hidden cameras in Wales
Last year, two incidents of cable theft across Wales cost over £750,000 in repairs and cancellations, prompting Transport for Wales (TfW) to try a di…
South Wales Metro System is 99% electrified
99% of the South Wales Metro System is now able to run electric trains
Electric wires go live on South Wales railway line
A major step towards the electrification of the South Wales Valley Lines took place this week as the electricity wires were switched on. This is…
Royal opening for new tram-train depot in South Wales
The new depot at Taff's Well for the South Wales Metro was officially opened by His Majesty, King Charles III on 14 November.
Numerous Cable Theft Incidents Along South Wales Valley Lines
Significant disruption and repairs costing over three-quarters of a million pounds have been caused by increasing cable thefts along the South Wales V…
Wales and Borders’ railway workers win performance gongs
Wales and Borders rail workers have received two prestigious awards, for delivering mproved performance over the last year.
Concept images revealed for transformed Cardiff Central station
Plans are being prepared to transform Cardiff Central to become part of an integrated transport hub in the city centre known as Metro Central.
Better rail / bus connections for South Wales town could see three buildings demolished
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has submitted a planning application to improve Lower High Street in the town.