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Derby-built Bombardier train finally enters service on key London Overground commuter route

Software glitches had delayed the introduction of Aventra Class 710 on London Liverpool Street route

Bombardier's Aventra Class 710 train has entered into service on the London Liverpool Street route(Image: Transport for London)

Derby’s Bombardier has hailed the long-awaited entry into service on a key London commuter route of a train designed and built in the city.

The first Aventra Class 710, manufactured at the train-maker’s Litchurch Lane site, had been due to start operating routes into London Liverpool Street more than a year ago.

However, due to issues with software development, the train’s introduction on the route, which is operated by London Overground, was delayed.

Now, this week, the first Aventra Class 710 began ferrying its first passengers, serving Cheshunt, Chingford and Enfield Town.

Bombardier is supplying London Overground with a new fleet for the route, replacing existing ageing rolling stock.

The new trains feature 'walk-through' carriages(Image: Transport for London)

The new ‘walk-through’ trains come with air conditioning, USB points, real-time information screens and more wheelchair spaces.

According to Matt Byrne, 海角视频 president of Bombardier Transportation, the introduction of the Aventra Class 710 on the London Liverpool Street route is significant, as the train’s technology is similar to that found in those it is currently making for other customers.

He said: “The new train’s successful introduction is a major milestone for us because the train’s software is common to other Aventra builds and will help smooth the roll out of other Aventra fleets in production at Derby for Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, and West Midlands and in future c2c."