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London, Tilbury and Southend Line: Rolling Stock

2026-05-31 · Department for Transport · 5441 · Official question

Mr Richard Holden

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, how many Class 357 trains c2c has upgraded since 17 December 2025; and whether the full fleet upgrade will be completed by December 2026.

Answer

A total of 20 trains (80 vehicles) have been painted to date since the 17 December 2025. The current programme is scheduled to conclude in December 2026, with 26 trains (104 vehicles) still outstanding.

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