Bombardier showcases West Midlands Aventras

摘要

Bombardier Class 730 Aventras being built for West Midlands Railway were unveiled at the manufacturer's Derby Litchurch Lane facility on September 8. WMR Managing Director Julian Edwards and West Midlands Mayor Andy Street visited the production line as well as inspecting a three-car electric multiple unit that was undergoing testing. Thirty-six three-car Class 730/0 EMUs are being built for WMR, while 45 five-car Class 730s (designated Class 730/1 and '730/2') are on order for London North Western Railway (part of the overall West Midlands Trains operation). The three-car trains will be used on the cross-city routes in Birmingham. They will feature air-conditioning, free WiFi, at-seat power and USB sockets, as well as dedicated wheelchair spaces and bicycle storage.