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A strong 2017 performance suggests success in 2018 for Eurostar
In 2017 the high-speed passenger rail service had an increase in travellers and business traffic and on 4 April 2018 a new route will be launched…
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Eurostar unveils new Tread Lightly environmental targets
Eurostar’s new 10 point plan in support of the 2016 Paris Climate Agreement is committing to the reduction in pollution, waste and use of plastics whilst encouraging rail travel over other transport options…
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A passenger-centric approach to future thinking in rail
Paul Priestman, Chairman of PriestmanGoode, explores how new technologies will challenge rail’s ability to supply quality transportation by removing its key differentiators. Design and innovative thinking are essential in sustaining the rail industry for the future.
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At Ashford International work begins to welcome e320 Eurostar trains
Work has begun to prepare Ashford International’s high-speed platforms for new international trains which will safeguard direct high-speed international services from Ashford…
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Mike Cooper appointed as Eurostar’s new Chief Executive Officer
Current CEO of Yodel the delivery service firm, Mike Cooper, is to be the new CEO of Eurostar, replacing Nicolas Petrovic who is leaving to become CEO of Siemens, France…
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Eurostar celebrates 10 years at St Pancras International
Today marks the 10-year anniversary of Eurostar relocating to St Pancras International, with the improved station facilities and reduced journey times supporting passenger growth of 25 per cent from 8 to 10 million travellers a year1.
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On-board infotainment: enhancing the rail passenger experience
10 November 2016 | By Katie Sadler, Global Railway Review
Global Railway Review travels on Eurostar’s new e320 train to experience its on-board infotainment service and finds out why good content and passenger information will help enhance the passenger experience.
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Challenging Q2 for Eurostar following Brexit & Brussels attacks
29 July 2016 | By Eurostar
Eurostar, the high-speed rail service between the UK and mainland Europe, has reported a challenging second quarter (Q2) of 2016, as business demand softened in the run-up to the EU referendum and leisure traffic continued to be impacted by the Brussels terrorist attacks...
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Eurostar introduces SNAP digital hub for best value fares
26 May 2016 | By Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Global Railway Review
Eurostar has launched SNAP – a new digital hub offering best value tickets for passengers with travel time flexibility.
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Challenging Q1 for Eurostar as travellers remain cautious following terrorist attacks
20 May 2016 | By Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Global Railway Review
Eurostar has experienced a challenging first quarter of 2016 following the recent terrorist attacks in Brussels.
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Eurostar passenger numbers remain constant with introduction of e320 trains
15 March 2016 | By Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Global Railway Review
Eurostar has revealed passenger numbers remained stable for the high-speed UK to mainland Europe rail service during 2015, coinciding with the introduction of the new e320 trains.
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“…well done Eurostar!”
1 February 2016 | By Ian Hall
Next year Ian Hall will notch up a decade of regular travel between London and Brussels on the Eurostar. As the train operator launches revamped trains, he assesses services to and from the political capital of Europe for Global Railway Review.
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Installation of a static train weighing system at Hitachi North Pole depot
14 January 2016 | By Weighwell Engineering Ltd
A static weighing system (PTW 500-VB2X) which can provide individual wheel weights across the total train has been installed at Hitachi Rail Europe’s new North Pole Depot...
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Eurostar passenger numbers continue to grow over summer months
28 October 2015 | By Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Global Railway Review
Eurostar has reported a 2 percent year-on-year increase in passenger numbers in Q3 2015 with a record 1 million passengers carried during July 2015.
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Eurostar reveals record-breaking passenger numbers in Q2
21 July 2015 | By Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Global Railway Review
Eurostar has revealed 2.8 million customers travelled on services between the UK and the continent in Q2 2015, the highest number recorded in one quarter.