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Virgin unveils its future cross-Channel train as it gears up to take on Eurostar

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Group plans to launch services from London in 2030 and hopes to outshine competitor with design inspiration from its airline, cruise and hotel arms Flash interiors, fancy food and maybe even a bar: Virgin has unveiled a mock-up of its future cross-Ch…

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  • Group plans to launch services from London in 2030 and hopes to outshine competitor with design inspiration from its airline, cruise and hotel arms Flash interiors, fancy food and maybe even a bar: Virgin has unveiled a mock-up of its future cross-Ch…
  • Reported by The Guardian and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:00:39 UTC.

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