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The Latest Breaking News from Eurostar

Double-decker trains could soon operate through Channel Tunnel

Alstom’s high-speed trains, running up to 200mph, are being considered for the London-Paris route

The Independent UK

London St Pancras power fault hits Eurostar sparking travel chaos

Problems to the overhead power supply has caused delays

The Independent UK

10 best family-friendy hotels in Paris that little ones (and adults) will love

Paris’s magic and appeal for families extends far beyond Disneyland – particularly at these hotels

The Independent UK

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Tottenham vs Manchester United: How fans can get to Bilbao for Europa League final

There is a surge in demand for trips to Bilbao for the all-English showpiece

Evening Standard

What happened when we ditched the Canaries for a more sustainable family trip to Paris

After years of beach breaks, Robin McKelvie’s decision to swap the Canary Islands for a no-fly break in France proved a roaring success – and even passed muster with his teenage daughters

The Independent UK

Eurostar urges potential rivals to invest in new depot facilities

Access to a suitable depot for maintaining and storing trains is a critical requirement for companies to launch services competing with Eurostar.

Evening Standard

A train from the UK to Italy? We’ve heard that one before, but I’m on board

It’s a lot easier to tease new cross-Channel rail services than it is to actually start running trains. I’m crossing my fingers anyway, says author Jonn Elledge

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New competitors could slash Channel Tunnel rail fare by 30 per cent in the next 15 years

A new report forecasts a drop in Channel Tunnel rail fares of nearly a third as new operators enter the market.

Euronews

Lower prices and trains to Milan: London St Pancras boss reveals plans to treble international passengers

Exclusive: Robert Sinclair, CEO of London St Pancras Highspeed, says Milan, Zurich and Bordeaux could appear on the departure screens

The Independent UK

International train fares from London could be cut by 30% – report

The analysis was commissioned by London St Pancras High Speed, which owns St Pancras station and the tracks to the Channel Tunnel.

Evening Standard

Train fares from London to Europe set for big change

Passenger numbers are expected to triple on the high speed line between London and the Channel Tunnel

The Independent UK

Italian rail operator reveals €1bn investment to tackle Eurostar monopoly

Eurostar currently holds a monopoly on routes between mainland Europe and London, but competitors are closing in.

Euronews

London to Milan by train? New Eurostar rival sets out plans for services from 2029

Direct links to Lyon, Marseille and Milan are on the cards – and Ashford International could be reopened

The Independent UK

New potential Eurostar rival emerges

FS Italiane Group said it plans to launch services through the Channel Tunnel by 2029.

Evening Standard

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London to Paris or Milan? Eurostar rival sets out plans for high-speed European links from St Pancras

The announcement is the latest to boost hopes of a major breakthrough in cross-Channel rail travel

The Independent UK

‘Groundbreaking’ scheme that could cut train fares between UK and Europe unveiled

The news comes on the brink of an announcement from Virgin regarding new rail services between the UK and Europe

Evening Standard

St Pancras plans 'turn up and go' trains to Europe after Race Across The World sparks demand for international rail travel

Passengers ‘able to depart for Europe 15 minutes after arriving at station’

The Guardian - UK

Cross-Channel train services to be cheaper to run as operator cuts charges

LSPH chief executive announces ‘groundbreaking proposal’ intended to grow international rail travel from the UK

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Euronews

Eurostar rivals given ‘green signal’ for cross-Channel trains: What could it mean for passengers?

Breaking Eurostar’s monopoly was never going to be easy, but a handful of courageous rail companies are keen to make it happen.

The Guardian - UK

Virgin says ‘no more major hurdles’ to running cross-Channel trains

Company says it has ‘green signal’ after rail regulator suggests space at Eurostar depot can be freed up for rivals

The Independent UK

Eurostar rival gets ‘green signal’ for Channel Tunnel trains

Virgin Group poised to announce challenger to Eurostar after key hurdle overcome

The Independent UK

Virgin Group poised to announce challenger to Eurostar after key hurdle overcome

Sir Richard Branson’s company said it hopes to make an announcement shortly about services to rival Eurostar

Evening Standard

Eurostar rivals say 'green signal' has been given to run trains through Channel Tunnel

Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Group says there are ‘no more major hurdles to overcome’ for it to launch services rivalling Eurostar

The Independent UK

Third potential Eurostar rival bids to deliver ‘further destinations’ from London

Gemini says it wants to operate trains connecting London with Paris and Brussels

Euronews

EES to launch in October 2025. How will the border check system affect crossing times?

The EES requires all borders to install new scanners - most will not be ready on the launch day.

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