UK Transport Secretary praises new direct Eurostar connection
Eurostar has introduced a direct, non-stop route between the Netherlands and the UK without requiring passengers to disembark midway for passport control.
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Eurostar announces new environmental commitments for 25th anniversary
The new commitments include plastic-free service, planting a tree for every Eurostar train service, and gaining a third star from the SRA for food service.
Eurostar Board appoints Dominique Reiniche as new Chair
The Eurostar Board, the high-speed rail passenger service between the UK and mainland Europe, has announced the appointment of Dominique Reiniche as its new Chair.
Eurostar aims to reduce the use of paper tickets with Google Pay
In a world first for an international rail company, Eurostar offers a more seamless alternative regarding buying and storing tickets.
Over 13,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions prevented by choosing Eurostar over planes
The direct rail service from London to Amsterdam – in its first year of operation – has significantly reduced CO2 emissions in comparison to flying.
Eurostar reports record revenues and passenger numbers in 2018
The year 2018 also marked the celebration of 25 years of Eurostar, with over 190 million passengers since services began in 1994.
Getlink’s momentum continues with ninth year of revenue growth
Eurostar recorded a sharp increase in traffic over the whole of 2018 and has set a new all-time record with 10.97 million passengers.
Q3 2018 highlights record sales revenues for Eurostar
Eurostar has witnessed a strong growth in passenger numbers, record sales revenues, increased business travel and higher U.S. passenger volumes in Q3 .
The first robot in the UK travel industry is welcomed by Eurostar
The interactive humanoid robot offers customers a fun new way to find out about their journey before departure, and entertains younger travellers.
Ashford International welcomes the first modern high-speed train en-route to Paris
The recent multi-million pound works at Ashford International station included state-of the-art signalling equipment and will provide economic and social benefits to the area…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.