HS2 News

High Speed Two (HS2) Limited, established in 2009 and headquartered in London, UK, is the company responsible for developing and promoting the UK's new high-speed rail network. HS2 aims to connect major cities across Britain, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds, reducing travel times and increasing rail capacity. The project focuses on sustainability, aiming to deliver low-carbon travel options and support economic growth. HS2 represents one of the largest infrastructure projects in Europe, with a commitment to enhancing connectivity and supporting the UK's transition to a net-zero carbon economy.
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HS2 TRIALS DUAL-FUEL PILING RIG ON LONDON SITE

Four piles were installed using a hydrogen dual-fuel piling rig, cutting the use of traditional fuel by 36%. This is the first real-world use of the technology on a construction site.

Boost for Oxford-Cambridge connections as HS2 builds key East West Rail bridge

Two of the UK’s biggest infrastructure projects celebrated a joint milestone this week after a new bridge - that will carry direct rail services between Oxford and Cambridge - was lifted into position over the route of HS2, the high speed rail line under construction between London, Birmingham and the North.

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