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

Refurbishment of Britain's Trains

Southern's entire Electrostar fleet has been refurbished 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 last of the 304 "Electrostar" trains is due to be returned to service.

Author's summary: Southern's Electrostar fleet refurbished.

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