Report calls for standards review following Hitachi train cracks
In May 2021, the withdrawal of the damaged trains led to a week of delays and cancellations for travellers.
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Cracks in trains caused by excess movement and salt in the air, report finds
The withdrawal of Class 800 trains until additional safety checks were introduced led to a week of severe disruption to services in May last year.
Safety report reveals why cracks were found on North East made high speed trains
Cracks on Hitachi's Class 800 trains discovered in May 2021 were caused by several factors, an investigation by the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has found.