New battery-powered trains will ‘bring faster journeys to north’
Summary
The UK government announced plans to build 29 new battery-powered trains for TransPennine Express to improve travel in northern England. These trains will be made in Derby starting in 2028 and are expected to start running by 2034, creating thousands of jobs and offering faster, more reliable, and cleaner journeys.Key Facts
- 29 new battery-powered trains called Adessia Stream will serve long-distance routes in northern England.
- The trains will be built at Alstom’s factory in Derby starting in 2028.
- The new trains aim to increase rail capacity by 30% over the next ten years.
- Production is expected to support 350 jobs locally and nearly 6,000 jobs across the UK.
- Trains will produce no emissions even on routes that do not have electric lines.
- Features include step-free boarding for easier access and onboard wifi.
- The trains will replace overcrowded and delayed diesel trains.
- The plan is part of the Great British Railways project to improve rail services and support British businesses.
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