Published by Michele Maatouk on 22nd October 2025
(Sharecast News) - Eurostar is to start running doubledecker trains through the Channel tunnel to meet growing demand for international rail travel from the UK. The rail operator announced it had signed a €2bn (£1.7bn) deal for at least 30 - and up to 50 - new trains from the manufacturer Alstom. The doubledeckers will start operating from 2031, with each able to carry more than 1,000 passengers. - Guardian