Eurostar Invests €2 Billion in New Double-Decker Trains for European Expansion
Eurostar has finalized a €2 billion order for 30 next-generation double-decker trains from French manufacturer Alstom. The new fleet will enable expansion to destinations like Geneva and Frankfurt as the company prepares for potential competition in the Channel Tunnel.
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Eurostar has reportedly finalized a €2 billion deal to purchase next-generation double-decker trains from French manufacturer Alstom, according to industry reports. The company has ordered 30 Alstom Avelia Horizon models, with the first six trains scheduled for delivery in 2031. Sources indicate this massive investment will form the backbone of Eurostar’s expansion strategy to new destinations including Geneva and Frankfurt.