The new London Underground metro train for the Piccadilly line by Siemens Mobility

Piccadilly Line on holiday in Europe as new trains take a test trip to Germany

The new London Underground metro train for the Piccadilly line by Siemens Mobility source: Siemens Mobility

While rumours have been swirling that the Piccadilly Line on the London Underground is getting an extension all the way to Berlin, RailTech is here to set the record straight. Sightings of the distinctive new units taking a quick European vacation have been verified, but the real reason for the Continental crossing is entirely on business. The Tube trains have broken cover for the very unleisurely requirement of extensive testing, prior to being released for service beneath the streets of the UK’s capital.

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Author: Simon Walton

Simon Walton is UK correspondent for RailTech.com and Railfreight.com

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The new London Underground metro train for the Piccadilly line by Siemens Mobility

Piccadilly Line on holiday in Europe as new trains take a test trip to Germany

The new London Underground metro train for the Piccadilly line by Siemens Mobility source: Siemens Mobility

While rumours have been swirling that the Piccadilly Line on the London Underground is getting an extension all the way to Berlin, RailTech is here to set the record straight. Sightings of the distinctive new units taking a quick European vacation have been verified, but the real reason for the Continental crossing is entirely on business. The Tube trains have broken cover for the very unleisurely requirement of extensive testing, prior to being released for service beneath the streets of the UK’s capital.

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Author: Simon Walton

Simon Walton is UK correspondent for RailTech.com and Railfreight.com

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