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flag London’s Elizabeth line expands with 10 new trains, boosting capacity and connectivity.

flag Transport for London has begun construction on 10 new Elizabeth line trains in Derby, funded by over £220 million in government investment. flag Built by Alstom, the Aventra Class 345 trains aim to boost capacity and support future service to Old Oak Common station. flag Since opening in 2022, the line has become the UK’s busiest, serving about 800,000 daily journeys and increasing weekday trips across London’s transport network by an average of 71,000. flag The project has spurred economic growth, contributing to 125,000 new jobs and 70,500 planned housing units near stations, while officials highlight improved connectivity, reduced travel times, and regional development.

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