Power restored to Metrolink network following repairs to overhead lines
Damage caused disruption last night and this morning across the network
Metrolink engineers have repaired damage to overhead lines – the equipment that is used to powers the trams – after working throughout the night and morning.
Power has now been restored to all parts of the network and test trams have successfully been sent through the area.
Services are starting to return to disrupted parts on the network including East Didsbury and Altrincham where a full line suspension was in place.
Some delays will remain until a full service is restored and ticket acceptance will be in place until then. Passengers are still encouraged to check before they travel by visiting the dedicated travel information page or Metrolink social media channels for more information.
Damaged equipment will now be assessed as part of investigation work underway to identify the underlying cause of fault.
Alex Cropper, Head of Operations at TfGM, said:
“I would like to reiterate our apologies to everyone whose journeys were affected by the issues on Metrolink, both last night and today.
“Engineers have successfully repaired the damage to overhead lines after working throughout the night and morning, but some delays are expected while the operator returns a full service on the lines.
“I’d like to once again thank passengers for their patience and understanding and would encourage people to visit the TfGM website or Metrolink Twitter feed for the latest travel information.”