Rolling stock update
We’re investing to transform the fleet across our Wales and Borders network.
As well as investing in new trains, we’ve also upgraded several of our existing train fleets to give customers a more modern, accessible, safe and reliable travel experience.
Definitions
'New' trains
Trains that are newly built, introduced into service in Wales from 2023 as part of our fleet transformation programme.
Delivered directly from the manufacturer to TfW, they have never been used by any other rail operator - like our new Class 756 trains now running on the South Wales Metro.
'New to Wales' trains
Trains that have previously been used by other UK rail operators, entered into service in Wales for the first time from 2021 as part of our fleet transformation.
Whilst not newly built, they offer a step up in terms of customer experience and reliability from our older fleet - like the Mark 4 carriages which formerly operated on the East Coast Main Line and first entered into service in Wales in 2021.
'Refurbished' trains
Older trains that have been significantly upgraded and modernised since 2018 here in Wales, beyond usual maintenance, to improve comfort, accessibility, safety and reliability for customers.
This includes our Class 150 fleet which were refurbished in 2018 to offer upgraded interiors, better accessibility, refreshed seating and lighting, and enhanced reliability for customers.
Journeys on new, new to Wales and refurbished trains
As of December 2025, 71% of timetabled journeys are served by new trains and trains new to Wales.
As of December 2025, 93% of timetabled journeys are served by new, new to Wales and refurbished trains.
These statistics will be updated periodically.
