Big boost for train passengers.
New trains will be introduced on a line connecting the West Midlands and Shropshire "very shortly" as part of an almost £700 million investment in the network.West Midlands Mayor Andy Street with West Midlands Trains' managing director Ian McConnell and the new train – named after Charles Darwin.
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street with West Midlands Trains' managing director Ian McConnell and the new train – named after Charles Darwin. Ian McConnell, managing director of West Midlands Trains which runs West Midlands Railway services, said the company has invested £690m in total with the new trains and related infrastructure.
Mr McConnell the move will provide a"much-improved travelling experience" with an order already being placed for more trains to revamp the fleet. The new trains will be introduced on the line ahead of a further roll-out on the Birmingham to Hereford line next year. There new fleet boasts improved under-seat storage, improved accessibility including at least one accessible toilet per train. And on top of this there is more bicycle storage enabling up to three bikes to be carried on, clear luggage racks so people don't forget about their items, a plug and USB sockets at every seat and"intelligent" air-condition which reacts to the environment in the carriages.
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