29 h. ago Two European countries set to be connected by new £11.4million bridges – making it easier for tourists

TWO popular destinations with Brits will soon be connected by a series of bridges. Three bridges will soon connect Spain and Portugal. The three bridges in Guadiana, Minho and Erges aim to improve connections between the two countries, which will cut travel times as well. The agreement is reported to be worth €13million (£11.4million). Guadiana...

Economics

5 d. ago World's longest undersea tunnel project costing £6.4billion to connect two countries by 2029

The world's 'longest immersed' tunnel will stretch 18 kilometres, cutting travel time between Scandinavia and continental Europe

Economics

6 d. ago New £3million UK ferry route could offer Brits new simple way to get to Europe

A previous European route for passengers was axed back in 2018, but connections could be revived as soon as spring 2025. If launched, it would become the second-longest ferry route across Europe and take over 20 hours.

Economics

7 d. ago Longest underwater tunnel to connect 2 European countries after £6.4billion project

The incredible tunnel is expected to be completed by 2029

Economics

9 d. ago World's first and only underwater roundabout is inside tunnel between UK and Iceland

This roundabout is the only one of its kind.

Politics

2 w. ago Eurostar restarts services in Channel tunnel amid continued risk of disruption

Passengers face delays day after power supply issue and broken down train halted services between UK and FranceEurostar passengers have been warned that continued delays and cancellations are possible on Wednesday despite the resumption of services after a power supply issue halted Channel tunnel train trips connecting London to the European mainland.Thousands of passengers in the busy run-up to the new year faced hours of delays after the train operator cancelled services between London, Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels on Tuesday due to an overhead power supply problem and a failed LeShuttle train. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Eurostar restarts in Channel tunnel with full service but risk of disruptions

Power problem and stuck vehicle shuttle halted seasonal rail travel between UK and the continent on TuesdayEurostar said it plans to run a full service on Wednesday but warned of possible knock-on disruptions after a power supply issue halted Channel tunnel train trips connecting London to the European mainland.Travellers making journeys in the busy run-up to the new year were left scrambling to find alternatives after the operator postponed all services between London, Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Foreign Office issues Channel Tunnel update as Eurostar cancels all services

Eurostar has cancelled all services to and from London St Pancras on Tuesday

Politics

2 w. ago Eurostar delays prompt 'do not travel' warning as passengers 'stuck in tunnel' for hours

National Rail have urged people not to come to London St Pancras unless they already have a ticket

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2 w. ago Eurostar disruption prompts 'do not travel' warning as passengers 'stuck in tunnel' for hours

National Rail have urged people postpone their journey if possible due to a power outage

Events

2 w. ago World’s longest tunnel connecting two European countries to open after £7b project

The Brenner Base Tunnel, which is currently under construction, will be the longest tunnel in the world when it opens in 2032 - and it will connect Austria and Italy.

Economics

last month World's longest tunnel costing over £23 billion will slash six

It will consist of two parallel tunnels for high-speed trains spanning 76 miles

Economics

last month 20 Greatest British engineering marvels: From the London Underground to Concorde

A survey of 2,000 adults shows Britain's favourite engineering achievements, from the London Underground and Channel Tunnel to the World Wide Web and Concorde

Politics