(21 Jul 2024, 9:42 pm)PH - BQA wrote "Monday, 22 July 2024They need to get the new fleet in faster. The metro doomsday clock is at 23.55 already.
Metro is operating to all stations but there will be some big gaps between trains. We advise our customers to avoid travel in the rush hour if they can or to seek alternative transport, leave extra time for journeys if you are travelling by Metro.
Our train supplier, Stadler, has found a fault in part of the pantograph that draws power from the overhead line. They need time to check the whole fleet and replace any faulty parts, to avoid the risk of the overhead wire being pulled down causing more serious disruption.
These checks will take several days but we will keep customers updated about the impact on Metro services.
Updated at 20:55, Sunday, 21 July 2024"
Service update from Nexus tonight, posted 5 minutes after a separate post stating that 2 trains were taken out of service this evening for inspection. Posts on RailUK forums suggest a full fleet inspection is required. Best of luck to anyone trying to use the Metro tomorrow morning.
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro