Partnership comes as London station looks at ways to almost triple passenger numbersSt Pancras railway station in London and the Channel tunnel operator have agreed to work together to open up more trains from Britain to France, and routes to Germany and Switzerland.The agreement is the latest sign of growing momentum for new passenger rail links from England across the Channel, after the UK’s only international station announced plans to triple the number of people who can travel through every hour. Continue reading...
St Pancras station and the Channel Tunnel operator, Getlink, have partnered to expand rail routes to Germany and Switzerland, aiming to nearly triple passenger numbers at peak times. The collaboration seeks to enhance journey times, increase train frequency, and improve timetable coordination. Following regulatory pressure to reduce costs and attract new competitors, the initiative faces infrastructure challenges at St Pancras. Eurostar, currently the dominant operator, has faced criticism, while new competitors like Virgin Group explore entry. The expansion aligns with efforts to promote rail travel as a sustainable alternative to air, reducing carbon emissions.
