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Stadler completes Greater Anglia contract by delivering all 58 trains
The majority of the trains are now in passenger service on the Greater Anglia network, with the last 11 trains currently undergoing final testing.
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Greater Anglia steps up cleaning of trains and stations with sanitising guns
Greater Anglia has invested in the use of special 'fogging guns' to help keep trains and stations clean during the current coronavirus pandemic.
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Akiem Group acquires Macquarie European Rail leasing business
By finalising the acquisition of Macquarie European Rail, Akiem Group now leases locomotives to rail operators across Europe and, now, the UK.
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First of Greater Anglia’s new electric trains completes test run
The new trains are designed to provide more seats as well as modern features for a more comfortable journey when they enter service later in 2020.
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Akiem Group signs agreement to acquire rolling stock leasing business
Following the acquisition of Macquarie Europe Rail’s rolling stock leasing business, Akiem Group now owns a diverse portfolio of over 600 locomotives.
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Greater Anglia introduces Rail and Sail ticket to Europe
In a bid to encourage sustainable travel and offer an alternative to flying, Greater Anglia has announced the introduction of its Rail Sail ticket.
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Transport Focus publishes 2019 National Rail Passenger Survey
The survey's results show that overall passenger satisfaction has increased, but passengers in various regions across the UK are still suffering from less than optimal performance.
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New Greater Anglia train arrives in Essex for safety and performance tests
Following an order for 111 new electric trains from Bombardier, the first train will undergo tests on the Greater Anglia network before entering operation.
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Greater Anglia to utilise Japanese know-how to improve train punctuality
Toshiba Digital and Consulting Corporation (TDX) and Mitsui, which part-owns Greater Anglia, are providing ‘digital twin’ software to the train operator to plan its rail timetable more efficiently and improve customer convenience.
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Transport for Wales has taken delivery of rolling stock from Greater Anglia
Transport for Wales has accepted the delivery of new rolling stock to provide a high standard of on-board passenger experience and increase capacity.
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Season ticket purchasing gets much needed upgrade
Greater Anglia has made it easier than ever to buy a season ticket: Using NFC enabled smartphones, tickets can be downloaded and used with a single tap of a phone.
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Greater Anglia welcomes brand-new FLIRT trains to service
The first of Greater Anglia’s brand-new Stadler FLIRT trains has entered passenger service; the trains are more reliable and have better passenger facilities.
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First Stadler FLIRT train receives approval to enter UK service
The British railway regulatory authority has granted Stadler approval for the four-car bimodal FLIRT train for the use of Greater Anglia.
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First 12-carriage Greater Anglia electric train arrives at Liverpool Street
The arrival is one of the 58 new trains which are part of the evolving electric fleet of Greater Anglia trains which will begin passenger service this year.
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Greater Anglia suspends seat reservations as new trains enter service
The suspension of seat reservations on trains is to limit confusion between the new and old trains while the 169 new trains are introduced.