Sheffield/Rotherham Tram-Train update

[TC60054]

This new timetable isn't really helping them. Even on a Sunday morning commuting between University and Sheffield is a shambles!

The Sunday timetable is the same as the old one, give or take a minute either way. I’ve certainly seen a huge improvement on my commute during the week.

 

[_toommm_]

What was the purported incident at Shalesmoor?

 

[syorksdeano]

What was the purported incident at Shalesmoor?

Not sure

https://www.stagecoachbus.com/news/...s?hootPostID=bd4d23160a4d9d664e2d92c2722e789a

Citylink Trams
16 Feb 2018

Due to a problem with one of the new Citylink vehicles near Shalesmoor today (Friday 16th February), and as safety is our top priority, a decision has been made to temporarily withdraw these trams from service while the issue is investigated. We are working with the manufacturer to identify and rectify the problem. As a result, there may be a small number of short term service cancellations which will be publicised on our Twitter page @SCSupertram.

We're sorry for any inconvenience this will cause

 

[WatcherZero]

Apparently engineering work weekend of 24/25th to connect the overhead between the tram and rail networks.

 

[eastwestdivide]

Apparently engineering work weekend of 24/25th to connect the overhead between the tram and rail networks.

More details here, one page back

 

[SuperOwl86]

https://www.stagecoachbus.com/news/...8?hootPostID=3037f46fe527239ceeef5ba8fbafa4eb

19 Feb 2018

Due to the contractor not receiving vital components from the supplier, the overhead power line work at Tinsley planned for the 24th and 25th February 2018 will no longer take place. A normal service will now operate on all routes on these dates, and work will be rescheduled for a later date. Thank you for your cooperation.

The Supertram team.

 

[TC60054]

Not sure

https://www.stagecoachbus.com/news/...s?hootPostID=bd4d23160a4d9d664e2d92c2722e789a

Back in service today with 399205 doing the honours on the blue route.

 

[martinr1]

This was the situation at Rotherham Central yesterday:-

A Carillion attired worker said they had been retained until mid April to complete the platforms.

 

[johnnychips]

Parkgate and both Rotherham platforms seem mostly completed. Top surfaces need paving. No sign of labelled access route at Parkgate yet.

 

[Shaun_92]

Information Regarding Tinsley Junction

 

[IanXC]

Information Regarding Tinsley Junction

For those unable to see this image or using screen readers etc, the principal text says:

Between Friday 20th April and Monday 23rd April 2018, work is being carried out in the Tinsley area to connect the Supertram and Network Rail overhead power lines in preparation for Tram Train services to Rotherham later this year.

During this time we are also taking the opportunity to carry out track replacement work at Shirland Lane near Attercliffe tram stop. Yellow route trams which normally run to Meadowhall Interchange will terminate at Cricket Inn Road and buses will replace trams with a dedicated service providing a connection from Fitzalan Square tram stop to Meadowhall Interchange following the tram route as near as possible.

On Sunday 22nd April the Purple route will only operate between Herdings Park and Cathedral on a revised timetable. A normal tram timetable will apply to all services on the Blue route and on the Yellow route between Middlewood and Cricket Inn Road.

 

[WatcherZero]

In late February contract was awarded to Volkerrail for the second half 11.5km of track renewals (15km done 2013-2015) which includes changing to the compatible track profile, they should be beginning this month.

 

[TC60054]

In late February contract was awarded to Volkerrail for the second half 11.5km of track renewals (15km done 2013-2015) which includes changing to the compatible track profile, they should be beginning this month.

The first part of the rail replacement is being undertaken at Attercliffe, when the Tinsley Chord is wired up. This is actually a few weeks earlier than planned apparently.

 

[eastwestdivide]

Tram-train electrification to be considered live as from now, according to this notice cable-tied to the fence at the supply point near Booths scrapyard in Rotherham:

 

[TC60054]

All overheads in on the chord yesterday ready for normal service to resume tomorrow which means that Supertram is now properly connected to Network Rail. Just a few weeks now before testing begins.

 

[samuel791]

Training has already begun. 24 existing tram drivers will be moving across onto the new tram-train rota. Training is a mix of comprehensive classroom and practical knowledge. The line gets handed to us from 8 May.

 

[61653 HTAFC]

Training has already begun. 24 existing tram drivers will be moving across onto the new tram-train rota. Training is a mix of comprehensive classroom and practical knowledge. The line gets handed to us from 8 May.

Is there a date for opening to public service yet? Possible forum meet, perhaps?

 

[TC60054]

Mainline testing has begun overnight including recovery procedure testing between 399202 and 66156.

 

[martinr1]

That is very good news but there is still a bit to do on the supporting infrastructure:-

 

[D365]

Mainline testing has begun overnight including recovery procedure testing between 399202 and 66156.

Caught a photo of that in my mailbox yesterday, they've begun with low-speed route testing I believe.

 

[TC60054]

Caught a photo of that in my mailbox yesterday, they've begun with low-speed route testing I believe.

202 did a run out in the early hours of Thursday morning as far as Magna, low speed, and then the recovery tests on Friday morning, though i don't believe they've gotten further than that yet.

 

[pdeaves]

South Yorkshire Supertram Limited now has its passenger operating licence (effective from 6 May). That means they are now officially allowed to carry passengers on the 'main line' portion of the route. Completion creeps closer!

 

[eastwestdivide]

202 did a run out in the early hours of Thursday morning as far as Magna, low speed, and then the recovery tests on Friday morning, though i don't believe they've gotten further than that yet.

That would be supported by the still-rusty rails on the terminus line at Parkgate that I photographed yesterday (Sun 13/5).

 

[Goldie]

Bonus Citylink photo while we’re all waiting for regular route testing to begin.

 

[DimTim]

Passing the Tinsley chord Thursday the fencing was erected across the tracks plus sleepers laid over both lines. Doesn’t appear regular use is anticipated soon for testing!

 

[martinr1]

Slow progress at Rotherham Central:-

 

[eastwestdivide]

Daytime test runs to Parkgate are in the system this week.
399202 did the first one this morning, at Parkgate around 1000.

 

[Goldie]

Brilliant! Thanks for posting. I probably shouldn't be excited by that. But I am.

 

[Harpers Tate]

Still waiting for "them" to finish the platforms etc. And waiting, and waiting......

 

[Chris125]

Sorry about that, hopefully these will continue to work - thanks to Sam for taking them: