Inside Britain's biggest trains refurbishment to keep hundreds on track

Britain's Largest Train Refurbishment Project

Southern's entire Electrostar fleet has been upgraded with phone-charging points and improved wifi.

A £100m project has refurbished over 300 London commuter trains operating in and out of Victoria station, extending their lifespan by 15 years.

The five-year project was celebrated at Southern's Selhurst depot in south London, with the last of the 304 "Electrostar" trains returning to service.

The project ensures hundreds of trains remain on track.

Author's summary: Refurbished trains to run for 15 more years.

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London Evening Standard London Evening Standard — 2025-10-15

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