The challenge was to design a multi-stack bicycle stowage system for East Anglia project which could be used across Aventra trains in regions such as the South West and West Midlands – as well as on future projects.
This was the first time customer in UK went for a full-fledged multi-stack bicycle stowage system on a train project.
As part of this project, it was determined the total combustible mass of plastics in the design, such as in the straps and buckles, must not exceed 100g. This was to ensure that the design meet fire and safety standards.