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Desiro 450114 named Fairbridge - Investing in the Future at Waterloo

To mark the entry into service of the 17 extra Class 450 'Desiro' units on South West Trains, set No. 450114 was named 'Fairbridge - Investing in the Future' in a ceremony at London Waterloo on Monday 4 September at 12.30.

The official launch and unveiling was performed by Transport Minister Derek Twigg. After the event, the set formed a special to Basingstoke, where the Minister inspected the SWT 'Desiro' driver training facility.



New Desiro No. 450114 at Waterloo prior to departing for Basingstoke. Inset: Nameplate. Both: Brian Morrison

 

Last Updated: 05 September 2006
 
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