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High Speed Two (HS2) Limited, established in 2009 and headquartered in London, UK, is the company responsible for developing and promoting the UK's new high-speed rail network. HS2 aims to connect major cities across Britain, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds, reducing travel times and increasing rail capacity. The project focuses on sustainability, aiming to deliver low-carbon travel options and support economic growth. HS2 represents one of the largest infrastructure projects in Europe, with a commitment to enhancing connectivity and supporting the UK's transition to a net-zero carbon economy.

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03 DEC '24

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HS2 reveals giant tunnelling machines ready for 4.5-mile drive into the heart of London

Two giant tunnelling machines, named Karen & Madeleine after prominent figures in rail and engineering, to dig the final 4.5 miles of underground high-speed railway & carry HS2 trains to Euston

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06 SEP '24

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Britain gets its new longest rail bridge in major HS2 milestone

The gently-curved 3.4 kilometre (2.1 mile) long structure on London’s north-western edge will carry high speed trains running to and from the capital at speeds of up to 320km/h (200mph).

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HS2 reveals giant tunnelling machines ready for 4.5-mile drive into the heart of London

Two giant tunnelling machines, named Karen & Madeleine after prominent figures in rail and engineering, to dig the final 4.5 miles of underground high-speed railway & carry HS2 trains to Euston

Britain gets its new longest rail bridge in major HS2 milestone

The gently-curved 3.4 kilometre (2.1 mile) long structure on London’s north-western edge will carry high speed trains running to and from the capital at speeds of up to 320km/h (200mph).

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