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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Neil Lancefield

Uber deal with Channel Tunnel trains will allow users to book tickets to Europe on app

Transport app company Uber said it has signed an agreement to “co-brand” trains running through the Channel Tunnel - (Getty Images)

Uber has signed an agreement with a train company planning to launch international rail services from London. The deal will see the trains ‘co-branded’ by the transport company and allow customers to book services directly from their popular app.

Gemini Trains, chaired by Labour peer Lord Berkeley, is developing plans to launch international rail services from London St Pancras and is in the process of purchasing 10 new trains for the venture.

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