Chery will build cars alongside Nissan models in the Japanese company's 40 year old Sunderland plant from 2027. It is a move by the Chinese company to circumvent new rules on content to reduce exposure to higher costs being imposed by the EU and gives Nissan new business and therefore profits for the plant which began Bluebird production in 1986. Almost … [Read more...]
Newslines 5 June
A new railway bridge will be installed at Cathays railway station starting on 13 June. The ‘Access for All’ footbridge will provide better accessibility and help modernise the station to a safer transport hub while additional features of the infrastructure upgrade include step-free lift access for wheelchair users, improved walkways, and direct access to … [Read more...]
From tap to train
Transport for Wales has launched contactless pay as you go rail travel in North East Wales and borders, making journeys simpler and more flexible for customers across the region. Passengers travelling on TfW rail services can now tap in and tap out using a contactless card or smart device at 15 stations in North East Wales and borders. The service … [Read more...]
Transport for Wales boost Welsh rural routes
Passengers across North Wales and West Wales will benefit from an uplift in rail services as Transport for Wales runs a new timetable from Sunday 17 May. This is a major rail timetable change for North Wales, bringing extra capacity and more services. In West Wales, extra trains will operate over the summer months, including on holiday routes and on … [Read more...]
Ty Glas station reopens & charity rail trip announced
Transport for Wales has reopened Ty Glas railway station following the completion of a major programme of work to modernise the station and enhance safety for passengers and the local community with the new electric services introduced. While the level crossing reopened to the public in October 2025 following essential safety improvements, … [Read more...]
Core Valley lines power to Cardiff Bay
Transport for Wales has completed the full electrification of the Core Valley lines, at the heart of the South Wales Metro. The final 800 metre section between Cardiff Queen Street and Cardiff Bay was officially energised on Sunday 22 March, bringing the entire 170km network to 100% electrification and completing a six-year transformation programme that … [Read more...]
Significant rail works this week
Rail passengers across South Wales should plan ahead as essential track work takes place between Newport, Cardiff and the Valleys between Friday 20 to Sunday 22 March. The work taking place will see Network Rail engineers replacing sections of the track on the South Wales Mainline between Newport and Cardiff Central throughout the weekend, with Transport … [Read more...]
Railway landmark event pulls into Llandudno
The biggest event in the heritage railway world is heading for Llandudno and Transport for Wales will be the headline sponsor. Hundreds of people from historic railways right across the UK are expected in Llandudno during March for the Heritage Railway Association Annual Awards 2026. Considered to be the ‘Oscars’ of the heritage rail world, the … [Read more...]
Christmas specials to digest on Transport for Wales
Pork belly bites, turkey dinner with all the trimmings and Christmas crumble are back on the menu as Transport for Wales brings its festive feast back to the rails this Christmas. The festive dining menu has returned to selected TfW services, inviting passengers to rediscover the joy of train travel while indulging in locally sourced, chef-crafted seasonal … [Read more...]
Brakes go on Welsh bus registrations
Bus operators in Wales have put the brakes on fleet renewal despite the Welsh Government promoting public transport over private use. Welsh bus fleet renewal was the worst in Britain in the last sales quarter but the figures have been distorted by the very low numbers for Wales compared to other parts of the UK. However, year to date figures show Welsh … [Read more...]
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