Drawing from our Japanese bullet train heritage, our Class 800 fleets are record beating in terms of reliability and passenger satisfaction in the UK.
Jim Brewin - Hitachi Rail, UK
Investment in UK rail
Challenge
New fleet of fast-accelerating intercity trains running the length and breadth of the United Kingdom. Investment in UK rail infrastructure and manufacturing capabilities with new depots and train manufacturing facility.
Pioneering bi-mode solution
Solution
Over 200 intercity trains in service, delivering more capacity, modern interiors and faster journey times for millions of passengers. Pioneering bi-mode solution to ensure network coverage and improve capacity.
2.3 times more reliable
Impact
The mix of electric trains and bi-mode trains, which switch between electric and diesel power have helped to deliver record performance, lower costs and emissions, and improve connectivity. The LNER Azuma are operating at 2.3 times more reliably than the fleets they replaced.