Eurostar has announced a major investment of €2 billion to buy up to 50 new trains, scheduled to enter service by the early 2030s. The fleet renewal will pave the way for three new international routes: London-Frankfurt, London-Geneva and Amsterdam/Brussels-Geneva.
The expansion of the travel geography is accompanied by active preparations, as Eurostar works with partners from different countries to harmonize the regulatory framework and modernize the infrastructure. Plans to connect the UK and Switzerland received an additional boost after the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the two countries. The company has also restored high-speed services between London, Rotterdam and Amsterdam, with the number of services increasing to four pairs per day from September, and to five from December.
The 2024 financial results highlight Eurostar’s continued growth: revenues reached €2 billion, passenger numbers exceeded 19.5 million (+5% compared to 2023) and EBITDA set a new record at €346 million. The company now operates in five countries – the UK, Belgium, France, the Netherlands and Germany – and is rapidly strengthening its position in the European rail sector.