HS2 prepares to bore its final tunnels as Euston TBM launch date confirmed

The first of the tunnel boring machines that will dig HS2’s last two tunnels is due to set off on its journey to Euston station next week.
Rail Minister and HS2 CEO at Old Oak Common station box in 2024 to see the two TBMs preparing to build HS2 to Euston (c) HS2
In a notice to local residents, HS2 said it expects to launch the first tunnel boring machine (TBM Madeleine) from the Old Oak Common site in the week beginning 26th January 2026. This will dig the upline tunnel, which will carry