Start date for Azuma services announced for Highland line
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) has confirmd when their Azuma trains will be introduced into passenger services to and from Inverness for the first time.
LNER Managing Director David Horne said the new Azumas will officially go into service on the London King’s Cross - Aberdeen route on November 25.
The trains will then be introduced onto the London King’s Cross – Inverness route on December 9.
Mr Horne said: “I am delighted that Azuma will be introduced on our Aberdeen and Inverness routes over the coming months.
"This will mean that Azuma will be calling at all of our Scottish destinations, marking an important moment in the roll-out of the new trains and helping us to transform the travel experience for customers.”
Azuma services are being introduced between Glasgow Central and London King’s Cross from today.
They are replacing the current Class 91 electric train serving the route.
Mr Horne commented: “Azuma is a revolutionary train and we are thrilled to launch Azuma services to and from Glasgow, a city with innovation at its heart.
“Our Glasgow service provides a vital rail connection between west Scotland, North East England, Yorkshire, the East Midlands and London.
“I look forward to giving even more of our Scottish customers an excellent experience every time they travel with us.”
LNER customers will experience a much more comfortable journey with more seats and an increased amount of legroom in Standard class.
The trains also feature the latest in train technology meaning that they are more resilient and better for the environment.
Reservations for Azuma services are open through www.lner.co.uk.
