Transport: New trains lined up for Tube

09 August 2006

London Underground has unveiled the new trains which will come into service on the Victoria line in 2009.
A total of 47 trains will be phased in as part of an upgrade to the line, which is due for completion by 2013.
The trains will be faster and more energy efficient with a higher passenger capacity, CCTV in all carriages and improved heating and ventilation.

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