Trains to Paris could soon get cheaper. Here's why
Alstom, the manufacturer of the Avelia Horizon, the world's only high-speed double-decker train, has confirmed discussions with several operators, including Eurostar and potentially Virgin Group.
The move could significantly increase passenger capacity on the route.
The Avelia Horizon can reach speeds of up to 200mph and would have a lower cost per seat than single-decker models, former Alstom CEO Henri Poupart-Lafarge said.
While the trains would need regulatory approval, which could take years, they are compatible with the Channel Tunnel's infrastructure.
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