Bi-mode Trains 2024-05-16
2024-05-16
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Discussions about the introduction of bi-mode trains are ongoing, with monthly meetings between Network Rail, East Midlands Railway, and government officials.
What recent discussions has he had with Network Rail on the timeline for introducing bi-mode trains on the midland main line?
A monthly meeting is held with Network Rail and East Midlands Railway to discuss the introduction of the new bi-mode trains. Those meetings include notification of the latest delivery timescales that Hitachi has provided to the operator, and an update on mobilisation plans and related infrastructure upgrades. The aim is for the new trains to be phased into passenger service throughout 2025.
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The phased introduction of the bi-mode Class 810 Aurora trains is scheduled for next year, prompting questions about their performance and passenger amenities.
He welcomed the phased introduction of the bi-mode Class 810 Aurora trains on the midland main line through Kettering next year. Can my hon. Friend confirm that these new trains will be faster, quieter, more environmentally friendly, have more seats and luggage space, and better mobile phone signal reception?
I can confirm to my hon. Friend that these fantastic new trains will be not only faster but quieter and more environmentally friendly, as they will be able to take advantage of the increasing extent of electrification that we are delivering on the midland main line. They will have 19% more seats per five-car train, and they are designed for greater comfort and more luggage space. Bearing in mind that my hon. Friend is one of the hardest-working MPs for his constituents, he and they will be delighted that there will be enhanced wi-fi and mobile phone reception, making his productivity even greater.
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