Full Steam Ahead: Avanti West Coast Welcomes 300th Hitachi Train, Boosting UK Rail Network
Hitachi Revolutionizes UK Rail Travel with 300th Train Delivery
Since the launch of the Class 395 Javelin trains in 2009, Hitachi has been at the forefront of revolutionizing rail travel across the country, providing high-speed trains.
Hitachi has reached a significant milestone with the delivery of its 300th train to British passengers. This achievement marks a major step in the ongoing transformation of the UK rail system, which began with the launch of the iconic Class 395 Javelin trains in June 2009. Over the past 15 years, Hitachi Rail has collaborated with partners across the rail industry to make it possible to travel from Penzance to the Scottish Highlands on Hitachi trains.
Hitachi Rail’s diverse fleet includes the fastest commuter trains in Scotland’s central belt (Class 385), reliable intercity trains on the East Coast Main Line (Class 800), and the UK’s fastest passenger trains on HS1 at St Pancras International Airport Level 395.
Hitachi Rail trains have set new standards for reliability and connectivity, revolutionizing rail travel in the UK. With a fleet of 10 trains, Hitachi Rail’s trains are three times more reliable than the industry average and can make more than 100 trips to the moon and back each year.
“The delivery of the UK’s 300th train is a testament to what the rail industry can achieve through strategic partnerships,” said Jim Brewin, Chief Director of Hitachi Rail UK and Ireland. “We have a high-quality industry partner in the UK, and the level of reliability, capacity, and performance required to drive change is possible.”
Hitachi Rail’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has made it a leader in the UK rail industry. With its continued investment in research and development, Hitachi Rail is poised to shape the future of rail travel in the UK.
For more information on Hitachi Rail’s latest developments and achievements, visit their website at https://railmarket.com/eu/profile/hitachi-rail-s-p-a.
