27.03.12
ScotRail enhancement begins
Four ScotRail trains have been refurbished under a £6m enhancement programme. These are the first of 33 to receive interior and exterior makeovers in a project due to be completed in December 2013.
The project was aimed at improving passenger comfort and included new carpets, toilet flooring and rebranding class 170 trains into new livery. Two of the fleet have now been fitted with new first class compartments.
The work was carried out at a depot in Glasgow which employed 12 people for the contract.
Steve Montgomery, ScotRail’s managing director, said: “The enhancements mean that our customers can travel in greater comfort. It also supports Transport Scotland’s ongoing roll out of a new, consistent brand for Scotland’s railway.”
Transport minister Keith Brown said: “I am delighted to see these newly-refurbished trains now appearing in service and offering passengers a more comfortable and attractive rail journey across the country.
“The Scottish Government is absolutely committed to encouraging as many people as possible onto public transport and facilities like these improved Class 170 diesel trains will go towards achieving that vision.
“This will help reduce our carbon emissions, cut congestion and therefore accidents on the roads and generally make the daily commute and other travel for passengers between Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Perth, Aberdeen and Inverness an even more enjoyable experience.”
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