Direct London-Switzerland train link moves ahead:
The Swiss Federal Railways is moving ahead with its plans for a direct rail link between London and Switzerland ...
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Key FactsProgress on Direct London-Switzerland Train Connection
May 9, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: swissinfo.ch
- The project for a direct train link between London and Switzerland is taking shape, with a target completion by 2030.
- Transport Minister Albert Rösti and British counterpart Heidi Alexander signed a declaration of intent in London.
- The declaration lays the groundwork for future steps and signals strong support for international public transport.
- No state subsidies are planned for the operation of the connection, aligning it with the government's savings strategy.
A link of this kind would send out a strong signal for international public transport and relations with the United Kingdom.— Transport Minister Albert Rösti on the direct train link between London and Switzerland.
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