DLR updated with new “state-of-the-art” trains

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October 3, 2025
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DLR updated with new “state-of-the-art” trains

54 brand-new “state-of-the-art DLR trains are rolling out, with the first train now in service. This, TfL says, marks the start “of a bold new era” for one of London’s “most vital transport networks.”

The roll-out is a “major milestone” in the transformation of the DLR trains, replacing the oldest in the fleet, some of which are over three decades old, with modern, high-capacity trains “designed to meet the needs of a growing city.”

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Each of the new DLR trains features new technology and is designed to improve on reliability, capacity, and comfort.

Some of the key features include:

Spacious walk-through carriages with 10 per cent more capacity compared to the current trains
Air-conditioning for improved comfort
Live travel information and mobile device charging points
Three multi-use areas for pushchairs, bicycles, and luggage
Three dedicated wheelchair spaces to improve accessibility

The new trains will continue to be rolled out over the coming months. When all 54 of the new DLR trains are operational, capacity on the DLR will increase by over 50%. The full replacement of the older fleet is expected by the end of 2026 and additional new trains will be introduced “as quickly as possible to further boost capacity,” TfL says.

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