Request for proposals: HSR demand analysis
Greengauge 21 wishes to contract consultants to carry out an analysis of potential demand on the proposed HS2 – HS1 link.… Read more › “Request for proposals: HSR demand analysis”
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Connecting Wales to the national high-speed rail network
The Welsh Affairs Committee‘s new report, Crossing the border: road and rail links between England and Wales, highlights the need for Wales to be connected to the national high-speed rail network to avoid being left at a disadvantage. … Read more › “Connecting Wales to the national high-speed rail network”
Why cheap and cheerful makes good business sense
French state railway company SNCF is launching Ouigo, a ‘low-cost’ version of its high-speed TGV service, with fares from €10 for journeys between Paris, Lyon and Marseilles. Could we and should we expect the same on Britain’s high-speed network? … Read more › “Why cheap and cheerful makes good business sense”
Let’s get a few points straight
Yesterday’s launch of the second phase of HS2 was a great step forward but it attracted the usual set of established anti high-speed rail campaigners and sceptics back to the airwaves. Some of their comments could leave unnecessary confusion, and … Read more › “Let’s get a few points straight”