Southeastern has announced a major refurbishment programme for its fleet of Class 376 trains, undertaken in partnership with Alstom and Eversholt Rail. This comprehensive upgrade will enhance passenger comfort, improve operational efficiency, and extend the service life of these vital vehicles.
The refurbishment will include a complete interior refresh, featuring refurbished seats and a fresh new paint scheme. The first units with the new blue livery and LED lighting are expected to enter passenger service from spring 2024, with the interior upgrades commencing later in the summer at the Grove Park depot.
Mark Johnson, Engineering Director at Southeastern, said: “I’m thrilled that we will be upgrading the Class 376s with our partners at Alstom and Eversholt Rail. The mid-life refresh will deliver better journeys for our customers and keep these trains in tip-top condition for years to come.
“This builds on the upgrades across our other fleets, and the newer trains we are bringing in, as well as the ongoing procurement of new trains to replace our older Networkers.
“It all adds up to great news for our passengers across South East London, East Sussex and Kent.”
Peter Broadley, Commercial Director UK and Ireland at Alstom, said: “We are proud to partner with Southeastern and Eversholt Rail on this transformative mid-life upgrade for the Class 376 fleet. By delivering a refreshed, modernised fleet with enhanced passenger amenities and operational efficiency, we’re ensuring these Derby-built trains continue to provide reliable and comfortable journeys for Southeastern’s customers.
“This project is a testament to Alstom’s commitment to innovation and excellence in supporting our operators and improving passenger experience across the UK rail network.”
Paul Sutherland, Client Services Director at Eversholt Rail, said: “We are delighted to be working in partnership with Southeastern and Alstom to deliver this refurbishment programme to upgrade our Class 376 fleet.
“This refurbishment follows on from the recent investment on both our Class 375 and Class 395 fleets, underlin
This major refurbishment program marks a significant step in Southeastern’s ongoing efforts to modernize its fleet and provide a consistently high-quality travel experience for its passengers across South East London, East Sussex, and Kent.
