THE Bath Area Trams Association has announced it is in detailed discussions with US-based transport firm TIG/m and consultantsTenBroeke Engineering.
BATA has surveyed 11 possible lines, and a study by W S Atkins is said to have found at least four that are likely to be viable.
Tenbroeke believes a further favourable feasibility study will allow it to arrange private funding.
TIG/m can supply, install and operate a complete tram system of track and trams that is free of overhead wires.
The company has already installed similar tram systems around the world.