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Network Rail Delays ETCS Rollout Until 2060

8/29/2026

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  • Network Rail says the European Train Control System rollout will not finish until at least 2060.
  • Network Rail is spending £1.4 bn on signalling for the East Coast Main Line.
  • Engineer Gareth Dennis called the East Coast Digital Programme a shambles and doubted the 2060 date.
  • Consultant William Barter said ETCS should cut delays but likely will not increase capacity.