Open Access Hitachi At300s for Edinburgh-London

摘要

A NEW low fare rail link between London and Edinburgh has taken a step forward after FirstGroup confirmed an order for five new Hitachi AT300 125mph IETs. Together with ongoing maintenance the deal is worth £100m and was confirmed on March 20. Finance is being provided by Beacon Rail. FirstGroup has secured rights from the Office of Rail and Road to run the new 'open access' service between the two capitals, with the aim of encouraging people to use trains instead of flying, as two thirds of travellers currently do. Under the plans passengers will receive an average fare of less than £25, on-board catering and free Wi-Fi, all offered in one high-quality class of travel. The new service is expected to commence in Autumn 2021.