The Glasgow Subway system is getting set for driverless trains in 2026.

Glasgow Subway trains could be set for a major change in 2026 as driverless trains are to be introduced to the network.

A recent report from SPT explained that the project is entering its final stages and ‘Unattended Train Operation’ could be implemented during the second half of 2026.

In the report, Richard Robinson, SPT’s Director of Transport Operations, stated: “Detailed planning work has been carried out since the last report to Partnership in relation to transitioning the system to full Unattended Train Operation, which will be available on ANSTA’s completion of the project.

“Whilst our new system will be capable of Unattended Train Operation, there may be a requirement for some staff presence within the system beyond this point. This is being actively considered as part of our Target Operating Model planning.

"The Subway modernisation programme is the most significant investment and improvement programme to be undertaken in the Subway within the last 45 years.

“The programme is now in its final stages, which will see the entire integrated system being brought together. This stage was always expected to be the most complex phase of delivery before we were able to transition towards operating the new system.

“Our teams continue to work towards that technical delivery in order to realise the benefits for the customer. We recognise how challenging this transition will be, especially as a first of its kind in the UK.”

If you’ve been on the subway you may already began to have noticed some changes as platform screen doors are already beginning to be installed at Govan station.