‘802’ maintenance deal extended

Most work to take place at Plymouth Laira

Great Western Railway has extended Hitachi Rail’s maintenance contract for its 36 Class 802 bi-modes, owned by Eversholt Rail, until 2028.

Worth more than £300 million, the companies says the extension is based upon the delivery of reliability improvements as a result of continuous investment in digitally optimised maintenance since 2018. The majority of ‘802’ maintenance will take place at Laira depot in Plymouth, with continued investment in digital maintenance capabilities planned.

Deal extended: Hitachi is to continue maintaining GWR's Class 802 bi-mode units. On 4 April 2023, No 802111 calls at Truro on its way west to Penzance.
Deal extended: Hitachi is to continue maintaining GWR's Class 802 bi-mode units. On 4 April 2023, No 802111 calls at Truro on its way west to Penzance. Andy Roden