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HS2 to redefine UK transport with average delays no more than 30 seconds, firm says
A new report launched by HS2 Ltd says the high-speed network will redefine transport and rival Japan's bullet trains for reliability. -
Government announces new HS2 depot to be based in Leeds
A HS2 rolling stock depot will be built in Leeds allowing 24-hour maintenance of the high-speed trains. -
Sheffield’s HS2 vision revealed as part of 10-year city centre development plan
Sheffield City Council has released an image of how a new HS2 could look like, as part of a wider 10-year plan for the city. -
West Midlands braced for new opportunities as firms gear up for arrival of HS2
The West Midlands Combined Authority is urging firms to be prepared ahead of HS2's arrival in order to fulfil economic opportunities. -
Lendlease fights off rivals to be appointed lead planner for HS2 Euston development
Lendlease has been appointed to create a masterplan for the multi-billion pound urban redevelopment project around Euston station. -
HS2 becomes first UK project to secure a BREEAM Infrastructure rating
The certificate has been awarded after recognising HS2 addressed key social and economic impacts of the development. -
HS2 design teams revealed for largest station building programme since Victorian age
Arup and WSP have been awarded the design contracts for the first phase of HS2 stations. -
HS2 begins search for firms to work on £1.9bn worth of contracts on rail network
HS2 has opened up the bidding process for firms to work on nearly £2bn of mechanical and engineering work. -
Grayling insists HS2 will not be delayed by Carillion’s demise
The transport secretary has defended his decision to award Carillion the HS2 contract and assured MPs that there will be no delays. -
Highways England director snapped up by HS2 after nine years with road body
David Poole will be heading to HS2 as the organisation prepares to embark on a busy year of negotiations.