LNER Launches Poppy Train 'Thank You' In Recognition Of Those Who Have Served

LNER is proud to name an Azuma train in recognition of those who have served and continue to serve. ‘Thank You’ is joining the fleet as Remembrance Day approaches.  

Wrapped in a poppy design, Azuma unit 800111 will travel the East Coast Main Line as a poignant reminder of those who gave their tomorrow for our today.   

Pictured alongside LNER’s special liveried InterCity 225 ‘For the Fallen’ (Class 91 No. 91111) which is dedicated to those who lost their lives during World War One, ‘Thank You’ was welcomed into service by former military personnel who now work for LNER. Former Royal Navy Petty Officer Helen Firth and Royal Air Force Senior Aircraftman Will Warwick, were proud to officially launch the special named train at London King’s Cross ahead of its journey to Aberdeen. 

For those attending the National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph in London on Sunday 10 November, the train operator has extended the dates of travel further. Veterans and serving military personnel can now travel for free on any LNER service to and from London King’s Cross Station between Friday 8 and Monday 11 November.

Free return travel is also available to those attending services outside of London on Sunday 10 November.

Further details about free travel are available on the Rail Delivery Group website.  

LNER has a proud and long-established relationship with the Armed Forces. The close relationship continues to the current day, with ex-service personnel working across every department of the train operator’s business, from directors to frontline colleagues, cyber security and train drivers.  

James Downey, Director of Business Services, and Executive sponsor of LNER’s veterans' community, said: “As a signatory of the Armed Forces covenant, we feel it is incredibly important to show our debt of gratitude to those who have served and continue to do so. We are proud that Azuma 800111 will carry our message of thanks. We hope this special livery acts as a moving reminder to all who see ‘Thank You’ on our route.”