East Anglia Rail: £1.4B Investment for London Liverpool St.

The East Anglia franchise, awarded to Abellio, features a £1.4 billion investment across a 1,000-mile network. Services run to and from London Liverpool Street.

East Anglia Rail: £1.4B Investment for London Liverpool St.
August 16, 2016 3:20 pm
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Introduction

In February 2017, Abellio was awarded the East Anglia franchise by the Department for Transport, commencing on May 29, 2016. The contract involves a total of £1.4 billion in investment, focusing on new trains and infrastructure upgrades. This agreement covers services to and from London Liverpool Street, operating over a network of 1,000 miles.

Franchise Overview

The East Anglia franchise, awarded to Abellio, includes a commitment to invest £1.4 billion. The franchise encompasses a rail network spanning 1,000 miles. Abellio’s responsibilities include operating services to and from London Liverpool Street. The franchise agreement began on May 29, 2016.

Investment and Infrastructure

The £1.4 billion investment is allocated towards new trains and infrastructure enhancements. This investment aims to modernize and improve the existing rail infrastructure within the East Anglia franchise.

Operational Scope

The franchise agreement covers a network of 1,000 miles. The primary operational focus is on services to and from London Liverpool Street. Abellio is responsible for managing and operating all rail services under this franchise.

Contract Details

The East Anglia franchise was awarded by the Department for Transport in February 2017. The franchise agreement officially started on May 29, 2016. The contract between Abellio and the Department for Transport specifies the terms and conditions for operating the rail services.

Conclusion

Abellio secured the East Anglia franchise, backed by a £1.4 billion investment. This investment is directed towards new trains and infrastructure improvements across a 1,000-mile network, with services running to and from London Liverpool Street. The contract, awarded in February 2017, began on May 29, 2016, and marks a significant commitment to upgrading the region’s rail services.

Company Summary

Abellio: Awarded the East Anglia franchise, responsible for operating rail services, investing in new trains and infrastructure, and managing services to and from London Liverpool Street.

Department for Transport: Awarded the East Anglia franchise to Abellio.

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