14 August 2019

Eurostar reports on Q2 2019 performance

Eurostar, the high-speed passenger rail service between the UK and mainland Europe, today reported solid growth in passenger and sales revenues in the second quarter of 2019, with passenger numbers up by 3% (2019: 2.88m 2018: 2.80m) and sales revenues of £263m, up by 2%.

Eurostar continues to attract tourists from North America, with travellers valuing the speed and convenience of using high-speed rail to see more destinations whilst visiting Europe. The number of North American customers increased by 20% in Q2 2019 compared to the second quarter of last year as visitors headed for Europe’s iconic capital cities.

Mike Cooper, CEO, Eurostar, said: “We have seen a significant increase in sales from North America as travellers enjoy the seamless connections between European cities, and the ease and comfort of high-speed rail over plane.”

Celebrating 25 years

As Eurostar looks towards its 25^th anniversary on 14^th November 2019, customers have been invited to join in the celebrations with the launch of a ‘Press for Champagne’ button on the Eurostar app. Travellers on peak Friday evening trains throughout August between London, Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam can ‘press for champagne’ to be delivered to their seat, in the lead up to marking 25 years of Eurostar services.

With a lead-in price from just £29 one way, no additional charges for luggage or seats and carbon emissions up to 90% less than equivalent flights, Eurostar represents a highly competitive alternative to travelling by plane. For more information visit www.eurostar.com

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Definitions:

• Sales revenue is the value of ticket bookings made during the period. This revenue is only recognised in the income statement at the date on which the passenger actually travels.
• Passenger volumes reflect the number of travellers carried by Eurostar in the period.

 
For more information about Eurostar please contact:
Eurostar Press Office
t: 020 7843 5500
e: press.office@eurostar.com