Heathrow Express has released the first images of its new
fleet of trains featuring at-seat USB power, new Business First seating and
work tables and a refreshed external livery.
Due for launch from summer 2020, the fully electric trains
will be made up of 12 units or 48 carriages, which will form six trains, each
160m long with a total of 374 seats including 44 Business First.
The fleet of Class 387 trains are being specially converted
to offer a bespoke experience for air travellers with room for luggage, onboard
HD TVs, at‐seat USB power sockets and faster single sign‐on wifi.
Heathrow Express director Les Freer said: “Our new fleet of
trains will offer the same fast, frequent and reliable Heathrow Express service
for years to come. Complete with at-seat USB power, fast wifi, ample luggage
space and the option of Business First the new trains deliver a dedicated
airport experience for both business and leisure travellers.”
The specially converted Class 387 trains will replace the
current Class 332 fleet, which have been in service for 22 years carrying more than
115 million passengers over 44 million miles.
Originally built by Bombardier in Derby and having
previously served customers on the GWR network, the specially converted fleet
of Class 387s will be stored and maintained by GWR at its Reading depot as part
of a partnership announced in March 2018.
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