Sydney Trains Remodelled A set

Despite proceeding with the intercity train order, the New South Wales Government announced on 1 December 2016 that 24 new suburban trains had been ordered. The new trains share more than 90 percent of their design with the Waratahs. They will include improvements to air conditioning, as well as televisions featuring the passenger information systems. The trains are expected to be delivered from the end of 2018. The $1.7 billion contract was awarded to Downer EDI. CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles will manufacture and deliver the trains on Downer's behalf. Downer EDI will maintain the trains for a minimum of 25 years. As many as 45 additional sets may be added to the order at a future date.The trains will be based at the Mortdale Maintenance Centre.