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Read More 10.11.2021 Alstom and Eversholt Rail sign an agreement for the UK’s first ever brand-new hydrogen train fleet Alstom, Britain’s leading train manufacturer and maintenance provider, and Eversholt Rail, leading British train owner and financier, have today announced a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at delivering the UK’s first ever brand-new hydrogen train fleet Read More 07.10.2021 Launching Revolution Very Light Rail (RVLR) Eversholt Rail and Transport Design International are delighted to announce the launch of the Revolution Very Light Rail (RVLR) Demonstrator vehicle at Ironbridge today Read More 06.09.2021 Revolution Very Light Rail moves to its new home Eversholt Rail and Transport Design International are excited to announce that the Revolution Very Light Rail (RVLR) Demonstrator vehicle moves to its new home, in Ironbridge, today. Read More 31.08.2021 Eversholt Rail award Class 375 contract to LSER Eversholt Rail today announces that it has placed a contract valued at up to £10m with LSER to carry out modifications to its fleet of 112 Class 375 electric trains. The programme of works will commence in August 2021 with design work. The first unit upgrade will take place in December 2021 at one of LSER’s Depots. The programme is expected to complete in Q4 2024. Read More 12.08.2021 Revolution VLR – the future is Very Light Rail The Revolution VLR Consortium is delighted to announce that the build and integration of the Revolution VLR Demonstrator vehicle is now complete. The project has involved 7 consortium companies working in partnership and bringing a wide range of expertise to create a first-of-a-kind Demonstrator vehicle to support improved services on branch lines, the reopening of disused railway lines, and network extensions. Read More 06.07.2021 H2 Green and Eversholt Rail partner to bring hydrogen supply to UK rail Fuelling the green future of British railways H2 Green, the hydrogen network operator, has entered into an agreement with leading railway rolling stock owner Eversholt Rail to develop hydrogen supply solutions for the UK railway. H2 Green and Eversholt Rail will work together to determine the production and refuelling infrastructure required to support wide-scale deployment of hydrogen-powered rolling stock fleets. The focus is on providing low-cost and reliable green hydrogen, produced by electrolysis of water using renewable energy sources. Read More 01.07.2021 Class 321 Swift Express Freight Train ready for service Eversholt Rail has today unveiled the Class 321 Swift Express Freight train. The conversion began in early 2021, with Eversholt Rail, supported by Ricardo and Wabtec, carrying out the works at Wabtec’s Doncaster facility. The programme to convert the classic Class 321 into an express freight train has now been successfully completed and the train is service-ready. The Class 321 Swift Express Freight trains will provide a cost-effective and low carbon solution for transporting parcels around the UK. Read More 27.05.2021 Class 318 Time Based Overhaul Eversholt Rail have awarded Brodie Engineering a multimillion-pound contract to perform a time-based overhaul on our fleet of Class 318 Electric Multiple Units. This contract is due to commence in November 2021 and will be a direct follow on from the highly successful Class 320 Time Based Overhaul Extra programme currently being undertaken at Brodie Engineering’s Bonnyton Works. Read More 18.03.2021 Eversholt Rail to develop “Swift” Express Freight train An innovative new Express Freight train which will provide a cost-effective and low carbon solution for transporting parcels around the UK is being developed by Eversholt Rail. The Swift Express Freight has been designed in partnership with Ricardo and will be a conversion of one of our Class 321 trains, unit 321334. Read More 17.02.2021 Class 320 TBOX overhaul works update The time-based overhaul (TBOX) of Eversholt Rail’s Class 320 fleet continues to run to time, with 50% of our fleet completed. This programme of work, which commenced in January 2020 and is expected to complete in November 2021, has significantly increased the fleet reliability Read More 15.12.2020 Hitachi and Eversholt Rail to develop GWR intercity battery hybrid train In a UK-first, Hitachi Rail and Eversholt Rail have signed an exclusive agreement aimed at bringing battery power – and fuel savings of more than 20% – to the modern Great Western Railway Intercity Express Trains that carry passengers between Penzance and London. Read More 24.11.2020 The next phase for Revolution VLR The Revolution Very Light Rail (RVLR) vehicle programme has entered a new phase Read More 20.11.2020 Eversholt Rail award Class 334 maintenance contract to Alstom Eversholt Rail today announces that it has placed a contract for £12.4m with Alstom Transport UK Limited to carry out a mileage-based overhaul of its fleet of 40 Class 334 electric trains. Read More 09.11.2020 Eversholt Rail sign up to the EDI Charter Eversholt Rail are proud to announce that we have signed up to the joint ‘Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Charter’ which was launched by The Railway Industry Association and Women in Rail. Read More 30.09.2020 Work begins on Class 380 train ‘makeover’ ScotRail have begun to refurbish our fleet of Class 380 electric trains ahead of their 10-year anniversary later in the year. Key elements of the ‘makeover’ include the installation of new flooring, new seat upholstery including prominent priority seating, a paint refresh, and general repairs to tables, bins and handrails. Read More 10.09.2020 IC225 Fleet Lease Extension and Overhaul We are delighted to announce that we have extended the lease of seven of our high-speed, inter-city IC225 trains to London North Eastern Railway (LNER). The lease runs up to summer 2023 with a possible extension to summer 2024. Read More 07.08.2020 New Business Development Director We are delighted to announce that Tim Durham will be joining us as a Business Development Director. Read More 22.07.2020 Eversholt Rail and Alstom invest a further £1 million in Breeze hydrogen train programme Eversholt Rail and Alstom today announce a bold plan to fast-track the hydrogen train industry in the UK with a further £1 million (over €1 million) investment in British hydrogen trains, creating an entirely new class of train, the first-ever 600 series. Read More 07.07.2020 Special livery thanking key workers Eversholt Rail are proud to support Great Western Railway (GWR) who unveiled a special livery thanking key workers for their incredible efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, inspired by the company’s design a train competition. Read More 12.05.2020 Class 397 fleet delivered to TPE On 31st March we accepted our final Class 397 train from CAF. Read More 01.05.2020 Class 320 Brodie Engineering have completed the second Class 320 TBOX service at their Kilmarnock depot. The second unit came out of works on time in line with the programme, on 20th April. Read More 24.02.2020 Grand Central leases Mk4s for new North West route Eversholt Rail and Grand Central have signed a lease for four sets of Mk4 coaches until December 2026 to run on Grand Central’s new North West to London route which is being launched this year. Read More 04.02.2020 Revolution VLR Eversholt Rail is proud to be a member of the Revolution VLR industry consortium that is developing an innovative Very Light Rail (VLR) vehicle for the UK market. Read More 28.01.2020 Eversholt Rail strengthens its Leadership Team Eversholt Rail announces a new Leadership Team which came into effect on 1st January 2020. Read More 28.06.2019 New Trains For The North Eversholt Rail joined Arriva Rail North, known as Northern, at their special preview services for invited guests and media representatives Read More 02.05.2019 Eversholt Rail Runners Runners at Eversholt Rail are taking to the streets during 2019 running marathons and half marathons to raise funds for our nominated charity, Back Up. Read More 08.01.2019 Alstom and Eversholt Rail Unveil New Hydrogen Train Design Alstom and Eversholt Rail have unveiled the design of new hydrogen train for the UK market. The train, codenamed ‘Breeze’, will be a conversion of existing Class 321 trains, reengineering some of the UK’s most reliable rolling stock, to create a clean train for the modern age. These trains could run across the UK as early as 2022, emitting only water and no harmful emissions at all. Read More 14.09.2018 UK track testing starts in the North West Our new Class 195 trains for Northern Rail have started UK track testing in the North West. Read More 26.06.2018 First new Class 195 train arrives in the UK Our first new Class 195 train has arrived into the UK. Read More 07.06.2018 ScotRail secures ten extra trains for Edinburgh to Glasgow line ScotRail has secured an extra ten electric trains to boost the number of seats available for customers on the Edinburgh-Glasgow via Falkirk High route. Read More 17.05.2018 Alstom confirms plans to bring hydrogen trains to the UK Alstom today confirms plans to bring its world leading hydrogen technology to trains in the UK. This is the first substantive industry response to the Government's challenge to remove diesel rolling stock by 2040. Read More 11.05.2018 Eversholt Rail Joins Revolution VLR Consortium and Programme Eversholt Rail, one of the UK’s leading rolling stock owners, has today announced that it has joined the industry consortium that will develop, manufacture and market the Revolution VLR (very light rail) vehicle. Read More 01.11.2017 Welcome £8M contract boost for Kilmarnock rail firm and ScotRail passengers Refurbished coaches will provide extra seats on busiest services Read More 18.10.2017 Eversholt Rail’s Scottish fleet fully accessible two years ahead of deadline Eversholt Rail is pleased to announce that all 133 of its trains in Scotland now meet accessibility standards for passengers with disabilities and passengers with reduced mobility, two years before the legal deadline to comply. Read More 05.09.2017 New trains for the North West and Scotland are coming Eversholt Rail and TransPennine Express (TPE) have shared an exclusive image of the first carriage from the second fleet of its brand new trains. Read More 31.07.2017 A modern makeover for our Class 185s Today in partnership with TransPennine Express (TPE) we have launched our first refurbished Class 185 train, this is part of an overhaul of the entire TPE fleet for its customers across the North. Read More 12.05.2017 Eversholt Rail and Back Up win Better Society Award Eversholt Rail and Back Up were announced as the winners of the "Best Scheme to Encourage Staff Fundraising” category at the Better Society Awards Gala held on 11th May. Read More 03.03.2017 Eversholt Rail awards £6m Class 320 upgrade to KBRS Eversholt Rail have signed a contract with Knorr-Bremse RailServices (KBRS) for an upgrade of 22 Class 320 trains, demonstrating their commitment to continued investment into ScotRail fleets and securing Scottish engineering jobs. Read More 01.01.2017 Transformation of the East Anglia train fleet is underway This project is a culmination of several years’ work, beginning with the Class 321 Demonstrator project in 2013, with all three companies working in partnership to create a train that meets modern standards of passenger convenience and comfort. Read More 01.11.2016 Eversholt Rail Exhibition In November 2016, Eversholt Rail hosted a drinks reception at The Steel Yard in Canon Street. Read More 01.09.2016 Eversholt Rail named one of “Britain’s Healthiest Employers” Eversholt Rail were announced as the winners of Britain’s Healthiest Employer in the small company category at the Britain’s Healthiest Workplace awards held on 14th September. Moreover, Eversholt Rail was named one of the top three healthiest workplaces in Britain in the same category. Read More 03.08.2016 Great Western Railway increases Hitachi Intercity fleet size with new multi-million pound order Great Western Railway (GWR) has confirmed it will order an additional seven bi-mode Intercity Express Trains as part of a new multi-million pound deal with Hitachi Rail Europe and its finance partner Eversholt Rail Group. Read More 01.07.2016 Eversholt Rail appoints Andrea Wesson as Chief Financial Officer Eversholt Rail has appointed Andrea Wesson as Chief Financial Officer, effective 20th July 2016. In this role, she will have responsibility for all aspects of Commercial and Corporate Finance, Tax, Legal, Risk and Information Technology. Read More 01.05.2016 Rail Industry Forecasts Growth of New Generation of Trains Read More 13.01.2016 Eversholt Rail to finance new trains for Northern franchise Eversholt Rail announces that it has signed contracts with Arriva Rail North Limited and Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF, S.A) to procure and finance 281 new vehicles worth £490 million for the new Northern rail franchise. Read More 01.12.2015 Eversholt Rail Group awards ETCS First in Class Contract to Alstom Eversholt Rail has placed a contract with Alstom’s signalling business SSL to fit the European Train Control System (ETCS) to its Class 365 fleet. Read More 01.10.2015 Royal Parks Half Marathon Congratulations to the two Eversholt Rail teams who took part in the Royal Parks Half Marathon this Sunday – raising over £8,400 for the Back Up Trust. Read More 01.08.2015 Class 321 Renatus In keeping with Eversholt Rail’s ongoing commitment to deliver contemporary and high performing fleets to its customers, the new-look Class 321 "Renatus” fleet, which is being delivered by Wabtec Rail, will provide a step change in passenger environment, maintainability and cost effectiveness. Read More 01.07.2015 Eversholt Rail to finance new trains for First Great Western Eversholt Rail today signed a contract with First Great Western to procure and finance 173 new AT300 vehicles worth £361 million. Read More 01.05.2015 Eversholt Rail awards Wabtec £60m Contract Since July 2014 Eversholt Rail and Wabtec have been working in partnership to bring a high quality refurbished passenger train fleet to market. The Class 321 Renatus will deliver exceptional customer service, maintainability and cost effectiveness and create the look and feel of a new train environment for passengers. Read More 01.04.2015 Sale of Eversholt Rail Group to CKI CK Investments S.A R.L., a company jointly owned by Cheung Kong Infrastructure Holdings Limited and Cheung Kong (Holdings) Limited, (together, "CKI”) has completed its acquisition of Eversholt Rail Group ("Eversholt Rail”), one of the three leading rail rolling stock companies in the UK, following clearance from the European Commission under the EU Merger Regulation. The transaction was announced on 20 January 2015. Read More 09.03.2015 Rail industry confirms future potential demand for new trains and carriages The rail industry has come together to publish the third annual update of its Long Term Passenger Rolling Stock Strategy for the Rail Industry. Read More 03.03.2015 Eversholt Rail Sells Freight Wagon Fleet The fleet consists of 920 wagons and 63 load units. The vehicles range from container flats and autoballasters to coal and aggregate hoppers and box wagons. Read More 01.01.2015 Agreement to sell Eversholt Rail Group to CK Investments S.A R.L Eversholt Investment Group S.C.S., a consortium comprising 3i Infrastructure plc, Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners and STAR Capital Partners announces it has agreed to sell 100% of Eversholt Rail Group (Eversholt Rail) to CK Investments S.A R.L., a company jointly owned by Cheung Kong Infrastructure Holdings Limited and Cheung Kong (Holdings) Limited, (together, "CKI”). Read More 01.11.2014 Eversholt Rail appoints Chief Financial Officer Eversholt Rail is pleased to announce the appointment of David Stickland as Chief Financial Officer. David will join the business on 10th November. As Chief Financial Officer David will have responsibility for all aspects of Commercial and Corporate Finance, Tax, Risk and Information Technology. Read More 01.09.2014 Eversholt Rail awards Alstom with contract to overhaul Scottish suburban trains Eversholt Rail has awarded Alstom a two year contract worth £36.1 million to improve the passenger environment and reliability of the 40 First ScotRail Class 334 trains that run between Airdrie and Bathgate. Read More 01.06.2014 Eversholt Rail appoints new Chairman Keith Ludeman has been appointed Non-Executive Chairman of Eversholt Rail and will be joining the Board on 22nd July, taking over the role from Graham Love who has been Chairman for the past three years. Read More 01.04.2014 Eversholt Rail 200 Mile Cycle Challenge On Friday 25th April, 14 brave Eversholt Rail employees and a support crew started a 200 mile charity cycle challenge from Wabtec Rail in Doncaster, who sent them off in style and also made a very generous donation to the causes. The cycle ride was to take them through at least 7 counties in 2 ½ days. Read More 01.12.2013 Class 321 Demonstrator launched on the Abellio Greater Anglia Network Eversholt Rail, in partnership with Abellio Greater Anglia and Wabtec, today launches the Class 321 Demonstrator at Liverpool Street Station. The train has undergone a high–specification refurbishment and technology upgrades. Read More 20.11.2013 Eversholt Rail awards contract to Bombardier Transportation Eversholt Rail has awarded Bombardier Transportation a two–year contract worth in excess of £30 million to undertake the enhancement and heavy maintenance of its fleet of Class 365 trains which are leased to First Capital Connect (FCC). Read More 05.11.2013 Eversholt Rail completes £600m financing to fund investment in new and existing rolling stock Eversholt Rail Group today announces the successful completion of its new £600m senior debt financing, which provides additional funding capacity for investment in rolling stock and allows prepayment of existing bank facilities. Read More 01.10.2013 Eversholt Rail invests in ScotRail fleets to meet European accessibility standards Eversholt Rail today announced the completion of the upgrade to its Class 320 fleet and the start of a refurbishment and upgrade project to their Class 318 fleet, demonstrating continued investment in the ScotRail fleets. Read More 05.07.2013 Makeover announced for First Capital Connect Class 365 Great Northern route trains First Capital Connect’s fleet of Class 365 trains is to be transformed with fresh interiors and enhanced accessibility features as part of a £31m investment which will also include heavy maintenance to ensure their continued reliability. Read More 03.07.2013 Eversholt Rail Wins Cross London Trains Contract Eversholt Rail today announced that it has entered into a long–term agreement to provide project and asset management services to Cross London Trains, the consortium providing the new fleet of Siemens Desiro City Class 700 trains to be operated on the Thameslink routes. Read More 01.06.2013 Class 321 Demonstrator Coming Soon on the Greater Anglia Route Eversholt Rail, in partnership with Greater Anglia, will be running a fully refurbished Class 321 Demonstrator unit on part of the Greater Anglia mainline route in 2013. The Demonstrator will showcase how high–specification refurbishment to the existing fleet of Class 321 EMUs can compare favourably with the passenger experience and performance of new trains, at a fraction of the cost. It will operate in normal service for a year. Read More 01.05.2013 Eversholt Rail appoints Chief Operating Officer Eversholt Rail is pleased to announce the appointment of Andy Course as Chief Operating Officer. He will join the business on 3rd June and have full responsibility for engineering, asset management and projects, and procurement for Eversholt Rail. Read More 15.02.2013 First Upgraded Class 315 Unit Enters Service The first of Greater Anglia’s Class 315 train fleet to be fitted with an automated Passenger Information System have returned to service. Read More 03.02.2013 Rail industry sets out future potential requirements for trains and carriages A report published today by the rail industry marks a key step towards a market–led approach for delivering rolling stock which meets passengers’ needs over the next 30 years. Read More 05.12.2012 Eversholt Rail Unveils the Future of East Coast Travel Eversholt Rail, one of Britain’s leading rolling stock companies, this week unveils the new travel experience that East Coast Mainline passengers could enjoy when the franchise is re–let on a long–term basis. Read More 01.12.2012 Videos from “our vision – your choice” exhibitions in London, York and Edinburgh In 2013, Eversholt Rail will be unveiling a refurbished and upgraded carriage for the Greater Anglia franchise competition. A four car class 321 demonstrator is currently being refurbished, the link below takes you to a video that showcases the range of interior improvements that the demonstrator will have when it goes into service on the Greater Anglia network. Read More 26.11.2012 Eversholt Rail Awards £13Million Contract To Railcare Eversholt Rail has awarded Railcare a £13 million contract to undertake the C6X overhaul of the Class 365 Networker trains currently in service on First Capital Connect. Read More 20.11.2012 Class 91 Duplex Pantograph Prototype unveiled On Friday 23rd November, Eversholt Rail Group will complete the prototype installation of a Duplex Pantograph on a Class 91 locomotive. The installation project is a joint initiative between Eversholt Rail, East Coast, Brecknell–Willis, ESG and Wabtec Rail. Read More 01.10.2012 Eversholt Rail Group scopes out re–traction upgrades Eversholt Rail Group has begun looking at a traction system upgrade for its fleet of Class 321 and 322 electrical multiple units and has awarded the contract for a feasibility study to Birmingham–based Vossloh Kiepe UK. Read More 21.05.2012 Eversholt Rail Group Completes Class 465/0 and 465/1 Fleet Refurbishment Today, Monday 21st May 2012, Eversholt Rail Group successfully completed a programme of £45m investment lasting two years on its Class 465 Fleet Half Life Repair Programme. 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