Premium water brand Wenlock Spring has teamed up with UK train operator Avanti West Coast to launch water refill stations aboard its trains, marking a first for the country's railway industry.

The initiative is part of Avanti West Coast’s £450 million investment in its fleet and aims to provide complimentary water to passengers traveling on Pendolino trains.

The water is dispensed from reusable bottles, reducing single-use plastic. During the trial, passengers consumed over 21,000 litres of water in three months, equivalent to 42,000 standard-sized 500ml plastic bottles.

Matthew Orme, director at Wenlock Spring, said: “We’re proud to have worked on the development of the onboard refill points with Avanti West Coast".

“The refill points dispense Wenlock Spring from reusable bottles, which are returned to us for refilling time and time again. Whether you’re commuting, working out, or running errands, easily accessible water encourages healthier drinking choices, making it the ideal choice to stay refreshed throughout the day.”

“As an independently-owned and ethically-conscious brand, we're focused on offering Wenlock Spring in a range of formats, bottled sustainably to enable people to stay hydrated, wherever they are."

Bob Powell, head of inclusive customer experience at Avanti West Coast, added: “The water refill points are another example of how we are raising the bar for rail travel in the UK".

“With many people now carrying their own water bottle, the opportunity to refill them free of charge is part of our responsible business commitment to build a cleaner and greener railway, and significantly reduces single-use plastic onboard our services.”

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