Virgin takes step towards running Channel Tunnel rail services

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Who

BBC — 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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What

UK regulator ORR grants track access for Virgin to run up to 20 daily return services.
Agreement covers 1 October 2030 to 31 December 2040, linking London to Dover and Channel Tunnel.
Virgin must secure rolling stock and safety approvals before services start.
Eurostar currently has a monopoly on Channel Tunnel passenger services.
Virgin plans to buy 12 high-speed trains from Alstom for the route.

Where

🇬🇧 United Kingdom (outlet HQ)
topics: Economy, Politics · language: eng

When

published 17 Aug, 09:47Z
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