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Changing the Game for Millions: New Train Fleet Arrives in London
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10 June 2025 - Brace yourselves, London! A brand-spanking new train fleet, guaranteed to revolutionize travel for millions, is now in operation for London Northwestern Railway.
This sleek Class 730/2 fleet, produced at our very own factory in the UK, consists of 36 five-carriage trains, adding 180 shiny new carriages to the rail system. These babies bring a whopping 20% uplift in capacity on routes leading to and from London Euston. Say hello to open gangways, seat charging points, and intelligent air conditioning – a modern travel experience is coming your way.
- ✨Introducing the game-changing Class 730/2 fleet✨
- 📈 A 20% overall capacity increase on routes to and from London Euston
- 🚆180 brand-new carriages in total🔥 Meet the brains behind the magic, UK and Ireland Managing Director Rob Whyte, as he presides over the grand launch ceremony at Euston on Friday 6 June 2025.
These bad boys are designed and built in the UK by our company at its Derby factory, and they're heading straight to the following stations:- Northampton- Milton Keynes Central- Tring- Watford Junction- Crewe- Lichfield Trent Valley- Nuneaton- Rugby
How 'bout a round of applause for our talented UK and Ireland team? These state-of-the-art trains represent a significant stride towards sustainable, high-capacity rail travel, made possible by the dedication and expertise of the team.
Rob Whyte, UK and Ireland Managing Director at our company, shares his excitement: "We are all beyond proud to witness the Class 730/2 fleet – born and bred in the UK at our very own Derby facility – hit the tracks. These trailblazers symbolize a major leap forward in sustainable, high-capacity rail travel, shining a light on the unparalleled dedication and skill of our staff."
And the lovefest keeps rollin': "This monumental moment underscores our commitment to delivering innovation that redefines the passenger experience and paves the way for the future of British rail," he adds.
FYI, the Class 730/2 fleet belongs to the Aventra family – an alliance of environmentally-friendly electric multiple-unit trains. A total of 2,660 cars have been produced at our Derby Litchurch Lane Works since 2015 – that's the biggest train manufacturing campaign in decades!
The initial Class 730/2 train set off from London Euston to Northampton on Monday 9 June 2025, (units 730213 and 730233) following a fabulous launch event at Euston on Friday 6 June, attended by the likes of Rob Whyte, Andy Butters, Peter Broadley, and Adrian Grigg.
London Northwestern Railway Managing Director Ian McConnell couldn't contain his enthusiasm: "Our marvelous Class 730/2 fleet is the cornerstone of our £1 billion investment into the railway. They will make a world of difference, offering more seating and modern features to the masses of commuters and vacation travelers utilizing our services daily."
Out with the old and in with the new! The new Class 730/2 features 406 plush seats per train, far exceeding the average of 233 seats available on Class 350 trains. Several trains will run in pairs, providing 812 seats across 10 carriages – that's more than an average 12-carriage Class 350 train!
London Northwestern Railway is part of West Midlands Trains, a train operating company that also runs West Midlands Railway services. The Class 730/2 is just the cherry on top of their success, following the successful rollout of the Derby-built three-carriage Class 730/0s across the West Midlands Railway network. These babies already charm travelers on the favored Cross-City Line in Birmingham, between Wolverhampton and Walsall, and between Rugeley and Birmingham International.
Enough chat – get ready to ride the wave into the future! Learn more about both fleets here.
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- Take a look to become part of the phenom team bringing innovative changes to the rail industry!
- ⚡ These new Aventra trains embody our commitment to sustainable transportation, as they're electric and have 406 plush seats per train, representing a significant leap forward in high-capacity rail travel.
- 💰 The finance department plays a crucial role in making these innovative trains a reality, as investments in modern and environmentally-friendly fleets drive expansion and growth within the transportation industry.
- 💼 As the UK and Ireland managing director, Rob Whyte oversees projects like the Class 730/2 fleet, ensuring that the continued creation of sustainable and high-capacity trains propels the industry into a greener and more technologically advanced future.
