Testing is ramping up on the New Intercity Fleet with the first two new trains now travelling on the network under their own power.
\nMinister for Transport Andrew Constance and Minister for Regional Transport Paul Toole were given a close-up look at the progress being made.
\n\u201cWhen the trains first arrived, on-track testing involved using a locomotive to haul the carriages. What we\u2019re seeing today is a really exciting milestone because they\u2019re now travelling around the network under their own power,\u201d Mr Constance said.
\n\u201cOver the next few months you\u2019ll see more of these trains on the network as we progressively test all train systems including Automatic Train Protection, passenger door systems, passenger information, CCTV, ride comfort as well as the maximum speed of 160kph. We\u2019ll also be using this time to familiarise the train crew with the new operating systems and technology on board.\u201d
\nMr Toole said work was continuing on important enabling works across the intercity network.
\n\u201cThese are modern trains featuring the latest technology, so we need to ensure we upgrade the infrastructure on the network to accommodate them,\u201d Mr Toole said.
\n\u201cWork is also continuing on sections of the Blue Mountains Line, which will enable customers living between Springwood and Lithgow to experience a new train for the first time since the last of the V-Sets were introduced in 1989.
\n\u201cThis work, along with the construction of the new maintenance facility at Kangy Angy, has helped to create around 1600 local jobs.\u201d
\nThe New Intercity Fleet is comprised of 55 10-car trains, which will service customers across the Central Coast, Newcastle, South Coast and Blue Mountains.
\nThe new trains will feature more amenities for customers, including comfortable two-by-two seating, charging points for mobile devices, as well as storage for luggage and bicycles.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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