DB ESG is pleased to be able to announce a new contract for the design, approvals, supply, installation and testing of the required rolling stock modifications, together with all necessary vehicle transportation, to allow Mark 4 (MK 4) coaching stock to be operated by Class 67 locomotives and driving van trailers (DVTs).
Transport for Wales (TfW) has a requirement to have an additional four 5-car sets of MK 4 coaching stock operated with a Class 67 locomotive and a Mk4 DVT. They have already modified and are operating 3 similar vehicle rakes. This unit formation is currently not compatible and so modification work is needed to facilitate their operation in revenue earning service. This project not only involves compatibility modifications but also reconfiguration of the CCTV and Passenger Information System to allow them to be fully functional in passenger service.
DB ESG has previous experience of this type of rolling stock and this contract follows on from similar work undertaken for the rolling stock owning company, Eversholt Rail during 2018/19.
Nick Goodhand, Managing Director, DB ESG said: “We appreciate the faith that such an important customer has shown in placing this contract with us. We are proud to have been able to continue delivering our projects to the UK rail industry during these extremely challenging times. “
This work commenced in April 2021 and should be completed by March 2022
