Public feedback incorporated in UK high-speed train design

The Hitachi–Alstom consortium is taking input from the public for the design of new trainsets for the High Speed Two (HS2) project in the UK.

This input will help the engineers, who are finalising the detailed designs for the new high-speed trains.

The public has been actively involved in refining the interior design of the 54-train fleet through life-sized mock-ups at Hitachi-Alstom High Speed’s facility in Derby.

Since early 2024, diverse customer groups have engaged in hands-on sessions with full-scale wooden models of the trains, providing insights into accessibility, comfort, and ease of use.

This collaborative approach is being led by West Coast Partnership, HS2 Ltd, and Hitachi-Alstom High Speed.

The design process has included reviews of boarding procedures, mobility aid placements, and the layout of facilities, such as toilets for wheelchair users.