UK’s ORR Approves Virgin Trains Temple Mills Int’l Depot Access

Oct. 30, 2025, 7:15 AM UTC

The UK’s Office of Rail and Road has approved Virgin Trains’ access to Temple Mills International depot, according to a statement.

  • Approval is first step toward Virgin Trains operating cross-border train services using the channel tunnel
  • Decision unlocks plans for around £700 million of investment in new services
  • Virgin Trains plans to begin running services in 2030

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