"With many of the outstanding issues on the CAF-built Mk5a coaching stock now resolved, TransPennine Express has begin further route testing, with the operation of the Class 68s and the Mk5a sets away from the previous WCML testing ground, and in fact began commissioning runs to Scarborough w/c 21st January 2019. Here, Freightliner Operated, First TransPennine Express Class 68 No. 68028 'Lord President' approaches Bishopthorpe Crossing, Copmanthorpe, working the 07:55 Scarborough to Longsight Wheel Lathe (FL) Empty Coaching Stock 'Test Run' service on 25th January 2019. Mark 5a Driving Trailer No. 12801 worked the rear of the train."
Mike Brook       

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