Equitix joins Virgin’s cross-Channel rail revolution

We’re proud to be announced today as one of the key investment partners in Virgin’s new international rail venture – a landmark project that will introduce competition to the Channel Tunnel route for the first time.

As one of Europe’s leading infrastructure investors, Equitix will fund the procurement of 12 state-of-the-art Avelia Stream trains from Alstom, supporting Virgin’s plans to launch high-speed services from London St. Pancras to Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam by 2030.

This exciting project represents a major step forward in sustainable transport, modal shift from air to rail, and improved connectivity across Europe. We’re proud to be working alongside Virgin Group and Azzurra Capital to help deliver a new era of international rail travel.

Hugh Crossley, CEO of Equitix, said: “As a leading rail investor across the UK and Europe, we are delighted to be partnering with the Virgin Group on its cross-Channel rail ambitions. This will further advance Equitix’s investment in UK rolling stock, complementing our existing assets such as the Elizabeth Line, Inter-City Express Trains East & West and the Wales and Borders network.”

Congratulations to our partners and the Equitix team on this revolutionary project.