TransPennine Expresss bullet train inspired fleet is undergoing testing [Global Railway Review]
Date: 26/07/2018
Hitachi has begun testing TransPennine Express new Nova 1 fleet, with a successful run between Doncaster and Darlington. Testing will shortly span the entire route, calling at major stations across northern England and Scotland. The trains, built by Hitachi and financed by Angel Trains, are currently using Hitachis new £80 million depot in Doncaster. During 2019, 19 new five carriage trains harnessing Japanese bullet train technology are due to enter service, connecting major cities including Manchester and Liverpool across the Pennines to cities such as Leeds, York, Newcastle and Edinburgh.
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Overall, TransPennine Express is introducing three fleets of new trains, altogether providing 13 million extra seats per year across England and Scotland.
