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London, Tilbury and Southend Line: Rolling Stock

Asked by Mr Richard HoldenConservativeDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 12 June 2026UIN 5441

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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.

Answered by Keir Mather

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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