NSW’s first Intercity Fleet train has completed a run from Sydney to the Kangy Angy Maintenance Facility on the Central Coast, setting a major milestone for the delivery of the new fleet.
Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and MP for Terrigal, Adam Crouch said arrival of the new train at Kangy Angy was a test for the New Intercity Fleet, bringing the roll-out of the 55 10-car trains to Central Coast residents a step closer.
“The Central Coast and Newcastle Line will be the first in NSW to benefit from the New Intercity Fleet, which will deliver safer, more accessible and comfortable journeys,” Mr Crouch said.
He said the multi-million dollar Kangy Angy Maintenance Facility was purpose-built for the Fleet and will be where the trains are washed, maintained and serviced.
“It is close to 500,000 square metres in size, has about six kilometres of electric rail lines, a new rail bridge and offices and amenities for staff,” Mr Crouch said.
Acting Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Paul Toole said the Central Coast train was one of three New Intercity Fleet trains currently being tested across NSW to ensure a successful roll-out later this year.
“These new trains are fully accessible for our less mobile customers, building upon our vision to help make public transport a first-choice option for people living in the regions,” Mr Toole said.
The Minister said that assuming the trains pass their tests, the New Intercity Fleet would be introduced progressively, starting with the Central Coast and Newcastle Line later this year, followed by the Blue Mountains and South Coast lines.
