50% of HS2 tunnels between London and Birmingham completed; all 54.8 miles expected by tunnel boring machines.

50% of HS2 tunnels (29 miles) between London and Birmingham are completed, with all 54.8 miles of tunnels expected to be finished by the project's tunnel boring machines. The railway line aims to improve connections, offering quicker, reliable journeys and freeing up space for local trains on the West Coast Main Line. Over 31,000 workers are employed, a 2,700 role increase from the previous quarter.

May 13, 2024
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