Translink welcomes UK Civil Service delegation to Milewater Service Centre

Translink has welcomed a delegation from the UK Civil Service on a on a visit to Milewater Service Centre in north Belfast to learn more about this major operational facility, as well as Translink’s ongoing fleet investment. 

Part of a Civil Service Leadership industry visit, the senior officials from a range of UK Government departments learned about the role Milewater Service Centre has played in delivering Translink’s operational capacity across Belfast since 2019, including as the base for the city’s Glider network. It also plays host to a significant proportion of the Metro Zero Emission fleet, as well as a hydrogen refuelling facility.

Ian Campbell, Translink Director of Service Operations, said:  ‘‘We have been delighted to welcome the delegation to Milewater as they learn more about Translink’s ongoing investment in our fleet and infrastructure, helping to drive a modal shift in Northern Ireland’s transport habits. 

‘‘Since opening in 2019, Milewater has been a key component of Translink’s operational delivery, acting as a hub for much of our Belfast fleet, including our Glider vehicles; we are proud of the role it plays in facilitating our growing Zero Emission fleet.

‘‘Translink has been proud to showcase this major facility, helping to share experience and best practice as governments and agencies develop future transport plans to achieve modal shift and deliver a better connected society. 

‘‘We look forward to building on these relations with the UK Civil Service and other stakeholders in the period ahead.’’