Next phase of investment to begin on Supertram network

A new phase of Supertram investment in South Yorkshire will begin on 29 March to enhance and future proof the network.

It follows the endorsement of the Supertram Business Plan at the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) Board, which saw a commitment to invest over £110m by 2027 including upgrades to the trams, track, control systems and power supplies alongside the construction of a new Tram Train station at Magna.

Whilst most of these works will not affect passengers, some will require temporary changes to services to ensure the works can be completed safely. The majority of the Supertram network will be operating as normal throughout the works.

This first phase of works will see changes to services on the Blue route near Birley to accommodate rail replacement works.

At the same time, changes will be made on Saturday evenings to Tram Train services to accommodate the construction of the new Tram Train station at Magna.

A SYMCA spokesperson, said: “This new phase of network improvement works and the exciting work to open a new Tram Train station at Magna are part of SYMCA’s ongoing investment in Supertram.

“Some of these works will require changes to tram services. However, by scheduling works at times when the tram network has lower passenger numbers, and providing high quality replacement bus services, we hope to minimise any passenger and traffic disruption and keep people moving while this progresses.

“By investing in the Supertram system, we’re increasing the longevity of the region’s tram network and ensuring the safe operation of this popular service for generations to come.”