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LNER’s ‘Train of the Future’ Exhibit Debuts at London King’s Cross

Visitors will explore conceptual high-speed carriages enriched by passenger survey insights via speculative technologies at a three-day showcase beginning July 30

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Overview

  • The immersive ‘Train of the Future’ exhibit runs daily from 9 am to 5 pm at London King’s Cross from July 30 to August 1, marking the launch of LNER’s Railway 200 celebrations.
  • A nationwide survey of 2,000 UK rail users shaped the designs, revealing that 57% prize panoramic countryside views and 60% want constant onboard entertainment.
  • Applied futurist Tom Cheesewright’s concepts include floor-to-ceiling AR windows, wellness carriages with nap and treadmill seats, and dedicated pet and family zones.
  • Predictions envision quantum computing and AI enabling thousands of simultaneous aerodynamic tests for sleeker, faster trains built from super-stiff composites and 3D-printed metals.
  • Proposals for facial-recognition ticketless boarding and individual travel pods aim to streamline passenger flow and enable seamless platform transfers.