Bendy buses coming to Wellington in 2027
All TagsElectric articulated vehicles (EAVs / bendy buses) are due to join the Metlink bus fleet for the first time in early 2027 after Greater Wellington and bus operator Kinetic agreed…
Greater Wellington welcomes independent review recommendations for National Ticketing Solution and looks forward to its future roll out
All TagsGreater Wellington has welcomed the recommendations of an independent review into the National Ticketing Solution (NTS) and is looking forward to the future rollout of the programme which will make…
New trains for lower North Island to be built by Alstom
All Tags18 five-car battery electric multiple unit (BEMU) trains. Alstom awarded $1,066m (NZD) 35-year contract. Train fleet to be named ‘Tūhono’ meaning connect or unite. New depot, station and track improvements being funded. The first…
New Tūhono trains a boon for environment, inter-region collaboration, and economic growth
All TagsIn an announcement today, the Government confirmed Alstom as the supplier for a new fleet of trains which will improve services, reliability and choice for commuters in the lower North…
New Tūhono trains to supercharge regional passenger rail and strengthen Lower North Island economic connections
All TagsThe Wellington Regional Leadership Committee (WRLC) has welcomed today’s announcement of 18 new battery-electric trains for the Lower North Island, calling it a transformative step for regional connectivity and resilience. WRLC…
Government funding for overdue rail renewals on track in Hutt Valley
All TagsMore than $143 million allocated in Budget 2025 for critical rail infrastructure renewals in Auckland and Wellington will start being invested in the Hutt Valley Line next month, through an…
New strategy to align Wellington public transport and urban development
All TagsA new strategy that aligns public transport improvements with urban development is a key feature of the Regional Public Transport Plan 2025-35, recommended by the Greater Wellington Transport Committee. After hearing…
Public transport Private Share targets adopted in Wellington
All TagsMetlink passengers will be protected from significant fare increases by interim Private Share targets adopted today by Greater Wellington, as directed by the Government Policy Statement on Land Transport 2024. The…
Rainbow bus connection in downtown Wellington
All TagsA vibrant display has appeared on a Manners Street bus stop to celebrate Pride month. The stop, located near the corner of Manners and Cuba Street (stop 5515) has been…
Bus corridors, paying for Park and Ride and pets on public transport up for consultation in Wellington plan
All TagsNew regional bus corridors, paying for parking at train station Park and Rides, and pets on public transport are among public consultation topics in the draft Wellington Regional Public Transport…