London-Switzerland Direct Rail Link Plans Advance

Swiss Federal Railways signs declaration with UK for direct train connection by 2030, marking major step in international rail expansion

Key Takeaways

Swiss Federal Railways plans direct rail link between London and Switzerland by 2030
Transport Minister Albert Rösti signed declaration of intent with British counterpart
No state subsidy is planned for the operation

By The Numbers

2030

Target completion year

They Said

"A link of this kind would send out a strong signal for international public transport and relations with the United Kingdom"
— Albert Rösti, Swiss Transport Minister

"This document lays the foundations for preparing the next steps together"
— Albert Rösti

Historic Agreement for Direct Rail Link

Project Details and Timeline

Environmental and Economic Impact

Future Prospects and Challenges

Sources & References

Direct London-Switzerland train link moves ahead

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Key Takeaways

Swiss Federal Railways plans direct rail link between London and Switzerland by 2030
Transport Minister Albert Rösti signed declaration of intent with British counterpart
No state subsidy is planned for the operation

By The Numbers

2030

Target completion year

They Said

"A link of this kind would send out a strong signal for international public transport and relations with the United Kingdom"
— Albert Rösti, Swiss Transport Minister

"This document lays the foundations for preparing the next steps together"
— Albert Rösti

Key Takeaways

By The Numbers

They Said

Historic Agreement for Direct Rail Link

Project Details and Timeline

Environmental and Economic Impact

Future Prospects and Challenges

Sources & References

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