Rail Intel is proud to announce a new collaboration with UKTram, the leading voice of the UK’s light rail industry.
This partnership brings together UKTram’s dedication to innovation, data-led decision-making, and sector-wide collaboration with Rail Intel’s Global Light Rail Portal a comprehensive digital platform providing real-time intelligence on systems that are operational, under construction, or in early planning stages.
Together, we’re equipping planners, operators, and suppliers with the insights they need to plan smarter and deliver better outcomes across the light rail ecosystem.
A Shared Vision for a Smarter, More Connected Sector
The partnership will give UKTram members discounted access to the Global Light Rail Portal, empowering them to explore live tenders, performance analytics, and future forecasts. The platform supports everything from high-level network modelling to granular project benchmarking, helping organisations assess new mass transit opportunities and identify cost-saving procurement options.
“The ability to access and interpret this sort of data is a gamechanger,” says Dan Hill, Knowledge Manager at UKTram. “Through this collaboration, we’re making it easier for our members to plan and deliver improvements to services and efficiency.”
Turning Data into Decisions
Built with input from transport professionals worldwide, the portal offers a suite of tools designed to transform data into strategic action. Users gain access to detailed global maps, bespoke data fields tailored to organisational priorities, and key metrics covering ridership, rolling stock, maintenance, and infrastructure.
“We built the Global Light Rail Portal based on the information requests we were receiving from across the world,” explains Matt Johnson, CEO of Rail Intel. “Partnering with UKTram allows us to share that solution more widely, giving their members the insights they need to plan smarter, act faster, and deliver better outcomes. It’s a privilege to support the UK’s light rail community in this way.”
Connecting Global Knowledge
Beyond the data, the collaboration opens doors for UKTram members to connect with global peers. Through Rail Intel’s platform, cities and organisations can exchange insights, align on best practices, and collaborate on shared challenges from infrastructure maintenance to cross-border procurement.
For existing portal members, this partnership enhances access to trusted, timely intelligence and deepens the connection between UK data excellence and global best practice. Together, Rail Intel and UKTram are enabling the light rail community to make informed, data-driven decisions that move the industry forward.
