National Express East Anglia is continuing to make good progress with the introduction of new trains on its key Stansted Express route as part of the company’s Service Improvement Plan, with the majority of services between Liverpool Street and the Airport now operated by new Class 379 trains.
To mark the continued introduction of the new trains in passenger service, one of the four-carriage Class 379 electric trains was named ‘Go Discover’ by Nick Barton, Managing Director of Stansted Airport in a ceremony at the Airport today.
The 30 four-carriage Class 379 trains are manufactured by Bombardier Transportation and all 120 carriages will be in service this summer on NXEA’s Stansted Express and West Anglia network.
The trains feature air-conditioning, WiFi and fully-accessible high-standard passenger accommodation. Some of the Class 379 trains are also providing key commuter services between Cambridge and Liverpool Street.
Andrew Chivers, Managing Director, NXEA said: “I am delighted to mark the continued introduction of our fleet of brand new trains for Stansted Express and our partnership with London Stansted Airport by naming a train ‘Go Discover’ at the Airport.
“The new trains are transforming the quality of service and passenger comfort on our key Stansted Express route, and will help in expanding capacity across our West Anglia network by over 5,000 seats later this year.”
Nick Barton, Managing Director, Stansted Airport said: “The introduction of the new fleet of Stansted Express trains is a fantastic boost for the airport and the millions of passengers who use the service every year.
“It’s a great honour for me to officially name the latest train ‘Go Discover’ in recognition of our airport brand.
“Today’s traveller is looking to ‘Go Discover’ the very best in the choice of destinations on offer and excellent customer service. I am incredibly proud that we have the newest trains serving any airport in the country.
“We want every Stansted passenger to have the best possible experience and these superb new trains ensure those who choose the Stansted Express will get just that.”
