Bombardier Transportation has signed a contract with National Express Group to provide maintenance for the new Essex Thameside franchise. The agreement covers maintenance and spare parts on 74 four-car Class 357 Electrostar trains. The contract is for ten years, with the option to extend it for another five years and is valued at approximately £143 million (196 million euros).
Aligned with National Express Group’s franchise performance and operational commitments, the new contract contains an incentivised performance regime and incorporates Bombardier’s Automatic Vehicle Inspection System (AVI System). The AVI System is an integrated technology that uses a range of cameras and sensors to analyse and monitor a vehicle’s condition. Housed in a dedicated structure around and under the tracks, the AVI System helps operators lower costs by reducing component usage and maintenance interventions while increasing asset utilisation.
“We’re pleased to have been awarded this key maintenance contract, which offers an innovative approach that includes the introduction of our Automatic Vehicle Inspection System. Together with control-room technicians, the AVI System will enhance National Express’ fleet performance and support their franchise commitments,” Per Allmer, president, Western Europe, Middle East and Africa, Bombardier Transportation, said.
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