News

• HS2 leads trial of ultra-low emission technology to replace diesel power on construction sites
• Innovative technology developed by Lancashire-based SME OakTec Power
• Industry-first solution set to dramatically cut carbon, improve air quality and deliver big cost savings

• HS2’s first two Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) – Florence and Cecilia - have arrived in the UK ahead of their launch early next year
• The two 170m-long TBMs – the largest ever used on a UK rail project - will this week start to be assembled on site ready to begin digging the 10-mile-long Chiltern tunnels
• New images and drone footage showing the Chiltern tunnel site and journey of the TBMs to the UK can be found here: https://visual.library.hs2.org.uk/p/share/2b9WD29woKwl

• Direct service between Carlisle and London will support the Lake District’s 2040 Vision for Visitor Travel
• HS2 provides a carbon-friendly, fast-travel solution linking Cumbria and the capital

Construction of Britain’s new high speed railway, HS2, is gathering pace and Carlisle-based XYZ Rail and Civils has played a key role in its delivery so far.

A community project in Chelmsley Wood has secured funding from the HS2 Community and Environment Fund (CEF) to provide inclusive sports and physical activity sessions for children and families.

• New timelapse shows progress of work outside Euston station