Economy· August 17, 2026 at 12:46 p.m.
Virgin Aims to Expand Channel Tunnel Rail Services
Key takeaways
- Virgin aims to operate up to 20 daily journeys through the Channel Tunnel
- Additional approval is needed for overseas tracks
- Expansion could lead to increased competition in the European rail market
Virgin Group has taken a step towards running rail services through the Channel Tunnel, aiming to operate up to 20 daily journeys between the UK and Europe. However, the company needs additional approval for overseas tracks.
