Manchester Metrolink – Visit to Trafford Depot
(Organised by Manchester Retired Members Section)
About
Keolis Amey Metrolink is a joint venture that manages and operates the tram system. They operate and maintain a fleet of 147 Bombardier M5000 trams, the first of which were introduced in 2009. Metrolink is the biggest light rail system in the country. It uses 2 depots, one at Old Trafford and the original depot at Queens Road.
This visit is an opportunity to see how the Trafford depot is operated and to learn how the high reliability of the fleet is achieved.
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Continuing Professional Development
This event can contribute towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours as part of the IET's CPD monitoring scheme.
06 Nov 2025
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Organiser
- Manchester Local Network
Registration information
The recommended way to get to the Depot is by using the Tram. The nearest Metrolink Station is Old Trafford, on the Altrincham Line. The depot is alongside the tram stop, 2 minutes walk away.
There is limited parking available on site. If you are you require parking please provide your car registration number when booking because we have to provide it to metrolink prior to the visit.
Important Safety Information - PPE
Safety footwear is mandatory in the depot. You will not be allowed inside the depot without them. Although the site does have a limited supply for use by visitors, we have been asked to bring our own safety footwear and Orange Hi-Viz etc. We may also be asked to wear other PPE (e.g. bump caps and safety glasses), if you have your own please bring them with you.
Speakers
Laura Bartram
Head of Rolling Stock Delivery - Keolis Amey Metrolink
Reasons to attend
See how the depot is operated and learn how a reliable fleet is provided for daily service.
Programme
12:40 - 12:55 Arrival.
Meet on the Altrincham bound platform (adjacent to the Depot) of the Old Trafford Tram stop. We will leave there at 12:55 and make our way to the Depot together.
13:00 - 14:30 Depot Tour