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Gemini Trains Orders Siemens Trains to Compete with Eurostar

10/11/2025

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Gemini Trains ordered ten Velaro Novo trains from Siemens Mobility to compete with Eurostar on Channel Tunnel routes.
The start-up plans to integrate Uber app ticketing and operate from Stratford International, potentially reopening Ebbsfleet station.
The UK rail regulator is evaluating access to Temple Mills depot and could limit competition.
Virgin Trains and other operators are exploring options, but no new services are expected before 2030 due to infrastructure constraints.

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Gemini Trains ordered ten Velaro Novo trains from Siemens Mobility to compete with Eurostar on Channel Tunnel routes.
The start-up plans to integrate Uber app ticketing and operate from Stratford International, potentially reopening Ebbsfleet station.
The UK rail regulator is evaluating access to Temple Mills depot and could limit competition.
Virgin Trains and other operators are exploring options, but no new services are expected before 2030 due to infrastructure constraints.