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Innovation Awards 2023 - Pendolino Refurbishment Project

Pendolino refurbishment recognised at the 2023 Railway Innovation Awards

The UK's largest ever fleet upgrade picks up the Major Project of the Year award at the 2023 Railway Innovation Awards. 

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Avanti West Coast introduces innovative low-cost Superfare for flexible travel

Customers who can be more flexible with their journeys can save money with Avanti West Coast's new ticket.

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Axminster Carpets deliver sustainable floor coverings for refurbished Pendolino fleet

Avanti West Coast's partnership with world renowned Axminster Carpets helps transform the interior of their iconic Pendolino trains. 

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Start of main line testing marks further milestone for Avanti West Coast’s new fleet

Avanti West Coast's new Hitachi trains make their first appearance on the West Coast Main Line.

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All aboard the “Trackathon” to find a name for new Avanti West Coast fleet

Avanti West Coast invites guests to join a 'Trackathon' to help come up with a name for its new fleet of Hitachi trains. 

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Avanti West Coast introduces function for customers to pick precise seat for journey

New feature gives Avanti West Coast customers the choice to select their ideal seat for their journey. 

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Climate Train sets off to COP26

A special 'Climate Train' operated between the Netherlands and Scotland to mark COP26.

Clementine & Avanti West Coast (2)

Free wellbeing hypnotherapy sessions offered by Avanti West Coast

Train operator partners with Clementine to offer sessions to help users feel confident and energised.

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Avanti West Coast invests £45 million to upgrade Wi-Fi coverage across West Coast Main Line

Avanti West Coast has partnered with BT to boost digital connectivity on West Coast Main Line through upgrades to mobile and Wi-Fi infrastructure. 

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Avanti West Coast trials wayfinding technology to help customers navigate station

Trial of Waymap's digital technology helps customers self-navigate through station using their own device. 

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Avanti West Coast launch Standard Premium service

Avanti West Coast set to transform UK rail travel with launch of new Standard Premium class.

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“At-Seat Order” rolled out across Avanti West Coast UK network

Customers in Standard can now have food and drink delivered to their seat.