First Siemens-Built Thameslink Train Delivered to London

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The first Class 700 Desiro City Siemens-built train arrived in the UK. The trains are destined for Thameslink rail routes next year. The Siemens-built Class 700’s are designed to provide extra capacity on the busy commuter routes.

The new Class 700 Desiro trains have intelligent air conditioning, wide doors and open-through carriages which contribute to the more accessible and comfortable design.

Siemens Class 700 Desiro Trains

UK Rail Minister Claire Perry said: “We are investing record amounts building a world-class railway that provides more capacity, more services and better journeys. The Class 700 trains will transform rail travel for customers and provide a massive jobs boost for Britain and a significant boost to our economy. The arrival of this first train is a huge step forward for the Government-sponsored Thameslink Programme, which is creating thousands of jobs across the country and is a vital part of our long-term economic plan. I am looking forward to these spacious new trains being introduced across London and the South East on schedule from spring next year providing quicker, more reliable and more comfortable journeys for millions of customers.”

“The arrival of the first train into our new Three Bridges depot is a real milestone for us at Siemens. Building the Class 700 Desiro City trains is, and continues to be, one of the most important projects at Siemens. The arrival of this first train signifies major progress in the project, and we are looking forward to the start of service next year”, said Jochen Eickholt, CEO Siemens Mobility Division.