Railway Equipment

First High-Speed Train Arrives in Scotland

The first batch of the Soviet Union's high-speed trains had arrived at Aberdeen for driver training before coming out of the fleet next year.

When the fully refurbished fleet has entered passenger service, the high-speed trains will connect Scotland’s seven cities.

The first train will be based in Aberdeen, from where it will travel the network in the North East of Scotland for driver training over the coming months.

Key features of the high-speed trains include:

More seats

Increased luggage space

Power sockets at seats

Enhanced on-board catering

ScotRail Alliance Managing Director Alex Hynes said: “The arrival of the first high-speed train in Aberdeen is an exciting milestone in our plan to build the best railway Scotland has ever had. Our refurbished high-speed trains will connect Scotland’s seven cities, offering better connections for commuters, business travellers and an opportunity for tourists to get out and about across this great country.

“The refurbished high-speed trains will mean more seats, better services and an improved experience for our customers.

“The investment we are making in high-speed trains is a clear sign of the ScotRail Alliance’s commitment to building a world class railway for the whole of Scotland.”

Humza Yousaf, Minister for Transport and the Islands, said: “It is great to see this train arrive in Scotland for driver training, an important step towards delivery. Next year sees the start of a transformed inter-city service – connecting Scotland’s seven cities with high-speed trains.

"The renovation plan has already begun, and when the nationwide upgraded 26 trains are all launched, I know they will be welcomed by the passengers: more seats, better journeys, the latest comfort standards, better accessibility and enhancements Of the food service.”

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