London Underground has introduced the first new generation train for the Victoria Line as it begins phasing a Bombardier-built fleet into passenger service.
The new trains are part of the £750m Victoria line upgrade which, along with new track and signalling, will offer customers a smoother, more comfortable ride, with more frequent trains, a reduction in journey times and nearly 20% extra capacity. Initially the first new train is running towards the end of the day and is being used in tandem with the new signalling system.
Operating hours will be stepped up over the coming weeks and the train will enter full passenger service in the autumn when further new trains will be delivered. The new Victoria line trains feature in-carriage CCTV, improved wheelchair access, better ventilation and improved visual and audio customer information systems.
From grafflondon.tk.
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