Rail company introduces new train on Berkshire route
The trains are the first of a fleet of ninety to enter service
Last updated 9th Jan 2024
South Western Railway has introduced a new type of train to its network.
Ninety Arterio trains will eventually be in service, but today the first ones started on the London Waterloo to Windsor and Eton Riverside route.
The rail company say they'll roll out fleet of trains on more routes through the year.
An SWR spokesperson said:
"Lots of excitement today as our first customers got to experience our fabulous new Arterio trains.
"Today's trip to Windsor and back is the first step in the phased rollout of the full 90 train fleet later this year.
"Our teams are working hard to build on today's important milestone as we prepare for the full rollout of Arterios, firstly on the Windsor route and then across our suburban network.
SWR say the trains will deliver more capacity and better performance, all with accessible toilets, Wi-Fi, charging points, air conditioning and walk through carriages to improve journeys.