Network Rail and Vivarail to run next-generation battery train at COP26
Network Rail and Vivarail have announced that they will be launching the next-generation of battery train at the COP26 conference running daily servic…
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‘Complex Software Issue’ means delay to new trains for the Isle of Wight
South Western Railway has announced that the new fleet of trains for the Island Line have been delayed due to a 'complex software issue'.
Vivarail secures £1.5m loan with jobs and a new relocation of facilities coming
Vivarail has confirmed that they have secured a £1.5m loan from the Midlands Engine Investment Fund Debt Finance, which is managed by Maven Capital P…
New train for Wrexham to Bidston line begins testing
As part of testing prior to entering passenger service, Transport for Wales 230006 has been on accumulation trials on the Cotswold Line.
UK FIRST: Vivarail runs battery train for 40 miles
Vivarail has announced that their Class 230 battery train has achieved a UK first by travelling 40 miles on battery power alone.
Vivarail to move manufacturing base as business booms
Vivarail has announced that they will be moving their manufacturing base to Southam, near Leamington Spa.
SWR to invest £26m into Island Line with new trains from Vivarail
The Department for Transport has announced that it will fund South Western Railway‘s proposals to improve the sustainability of the railway linking Ryde to Shanklin.…
Vivarail wins environment award for Class 230 train
Vivarail has announced that they have won the Environment award for their Class 230 battery train and fast charge system. The awards are one of…
Vivarail launches first fast charging for battery trains
Vivarail has announced that it has successfully demonstrated the capabilities of its patented fast charge system to the Department for Transport and InnovateUK. The demonstration…
First order of Vivarail trains for London North Western Railway complete
Vivarail has announced that the first fleet of Class 230 trains have all been safely delivered to Bletchley depot ahead of entering service. The class…