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[email protected] · May 30th 17, 04:57 PM posted to uk.transport.london

In article ,
(Paul Corfield) wrote:

On Monday, 29 May 2017 20:02:16 UTC+1, Sammy Skycrafts wrote:
Does anyone know when the crossrail trains will be in service on
TFL Rail?

Thanks

Possibly some time this week but depends on the Mayor's availability
and how they decide the handle the launch given "purdah" related to
the General Election. Recent events elsewhere and the election
campaign have somewhat affected how the "launch" can be handled with
the appropriate impact. I would not be shocked if the trains came
into service quietly with minimal fanfare and then there is something
more "high profile" once the election is over and done with.

Sounds like the Cambridge North station opening on May 21st. No formalities
because of purdah. Expect a formal opening after June 8th.

It's not exactly going to affect the project programme or milestone
achievement if some "fanfare" has to be delayed slightly because of
external issues. We know some trains are running around and are ready
to be used within the May deadline. I know people are excited to have
a "first ride" but we've got them for another 40 years so riding the
315s before they vanish is probably more pressing in terms of railway
history. ;-)

If they are to be used within the deadline they only have today and tomorrow
left.

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Colin Rosenstiel